Biography
Obinna “Obi” Aguocha is a Nigerian politician, economist, and community leader from Ohuhu in Umuahia North LGA, Abia State. He currently serves in Nigeria’s 10th National Assembly, having won the 2023 House of Representatives election under the Labour Party, defeating former Speaker Chinedum Orji.
A US-trained economist and former businessman in real estate and construction, Aguocha previously served as President General of the Ohuhu Welfare Union and is known for organizing major cultural and community development events. He has launched education support programs, sponsored development-oriented bills, and champions transparency in public service.
He holds traditional titles such as Ogwumabiri Umuahia and is a Knight of St. Augustine in the Anglican Church. He was also named Abia Community President General of the Year 2021.
Sponsored Bills
| BN | Title | Date Sponsored | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB297 | Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | Jul 26, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB81 | Petroleum Equalization Fund Act (Repeal) Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB82 | Federal Lands Registry Act, (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB83 | Employee’s Compensation Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB84 | Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB86 | Resolutions of the National Assembly Compliance Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB87 | Niger Delta Development Commission Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB88 | National Programme on Immunization Act (Repeal) Bill, 2023 | Jul 12, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB296 | Civil Aviation Act Amendment Bill, 2023 | Jul 26, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB298 | Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023 | Jul 26, 2023 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
Motions Sponsored
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Petitions Presented 3
| Subject | On Behalf Of | Date Presented |
|---|---|---|
| Petition against the Nigeria Police on alleged discrimination, injustice and denial of financial rights. | a complainant | May 15, 2025 |
| Alleged unlawful dismissal from service by the State House. | a complainant | Feb 06, 2025 |
| Alleged unlawful termination of appointment. | a complainant | May 18, 2024 |
