Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu (born 9 April 1984) is a Nigerian engineer and politician who has served as deputy governor of Abia State since 2023.
Emetu is from Ohafia. He is a petrochemical engineer. According to a statement by Governor Alex Otti released by the News Agency of Nigeria, Emetu was selected as the partyâÂÂs running mate ahead of the 2023 Abia State gubernatorial election. He received his certificate of return on 29 March 2023.
Emetu assumed office as Deputy Governor of Abia State on 29 May 2023 following the inauguration of the state executive.
In December 2024, Emetu stated that the Abia State government was committed to fostering a business-friendly environment aimed at attracting investment and supporting entrepreneurship across the state.