Governors of Ebonyi State
Complete list of all 7 governors from 1996 to 2026 — 7 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Ebonyi State (2026)
Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru
Governor of Ebonyi State
| Party | APC |
|---|---|
| In office since | 2023 (3 years in 2026) |
Ebonyi State Governor Records
Full List of Ebonyi State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walter Feghabo | Military | 1996 – 1998 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 2 | Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru | APC | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Simeon Oduoye | Military | 1998 – 1999 | 1 yr | Former |
| 4 | Sam Ominyi Egwu | PDP | 1999 – 2007 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 5 | Martin Nwancho Elechi | PDP | 2007 – 2015 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 6 | Dave Umahi | PDP/APC | 2015 – 2023 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru | APC | 2023 – 2026 (current) | 3 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Ebonyi State
Walter Feghabo
Military Administrator — first administrator of Ebonyi State after its creation. He served from 7 October 1996 until August 1998.
Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru
Simeon Oduoye
Military Administrator — served from August 1998 until May 1999 during the transition from military to democratic government.
Sam Ominyi Egwu
Civilian Governor — first elected Executive Governor of Ebonyi State. He served two terms from 29 May 1999 to 29 May 2007.
Martin Nwancho Elechi
Civilian Governor — served two terms from 29 May 2007 to 29 May 2015.
Dave Umahi
Civilian Governor — served from 29 May 2015 to 29 May 2023. He was elected on the PDP platform and later moved to the APC in 2021.
Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru
Civilian Governor — incumbent Governor of Ebonyi State. He was elected in the 18 March 2023 governorship election and sworn in on 29 May 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions — Ebonyi State Governor
Who is the current governor of Ebonyi State?
The current governor of Ebonyi State is Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, of the APC. He has been in office since 2023.
What is the full name of the Ebonyi State Governor?
The current Ebonyi State Governor is Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State?
The Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State serves alongside the Governor.
What is the Ebonyi State Governor's religion?
The religious affiliation of the current Ebonyi State Governor is not formally published in state government records.
What is the age of the Ebonyi State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Ebonyi State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Ebonyi State Governor?
The spouse of the current Ebonyi State Governor is not formally listed in state government public records.
What is the address of the Ebonyi State Government House?
The Ebonyi State Governor's official residence and office is the Ebonyi State Government House in Abakaliki.
How many governors has Ebonyi State had?
Ebonyi State has had 7 governors since its creation, comprising 0 military governors (or administrators) and 7 elected civilian governors.
Who was the first governor of Ebonyi State?
The first governor of Ebonyi State was Walter Feghabo, who took office in 1996 as a Military Governor.