By Dr Innocent Chidumebi Okonkwo
The Aguleri Welfare Association Abuja Branch has elected a new executive committee to steer the affairs of the association. The election, which took place on March 2, 2025, marked the end of Chief Alexander OP Ogugua's two-term tenure as chairman.
Mr. Johnpaul Chukwudi Oforka, Nwabunnia Aguleri, emerged as the new chairman, defeating his closest rival, Mr. Chukwuka Nnaluo, with a significant margin. Chief (Engr) Chikeluo Emmanuel Okechukwu Ph.D, Chairman of the Electoral Committee, declared Mr. Oforka the winner.
In his acceptance speech, Mr. Oforka expressed gratitude to God Almighty and thanked members for electing him. He pledged to work tirelessly with his team to take the association to the next level, ensuring progress, growth, and excellence.
Mr. Oforka assured members that his team would be transparent, accountable and responsive to their needs and concerns.
The newly elected executives were sworn in by the Legal Adviser and Rtd. Chief Magistrate, His Lordship Victor Obi Manafa (Akpali Aguleri). The executive committee members include:
- *Chairman*: Mr. Johnpaul Chukwudi Oforka
- *Vice Chairman*: Mr. Chukwuka Nnaluo
- *Secretary*: Ms Ifeoma Chinweze
- *Assistant Secretary*: Mr. Josiah Nnamdi Nweke
- *Financial Secretary*: Bro. Cyprian Nnamdi Nwakonobi
- *Treasurer*: Mr. Michael Onyeaka
- *Public Relation Officer*: Hon. Collins C. Ikem
- *Welfare Officer 1*: Mr. Osita Obiorah
- Welfare Officer 2 : Ms Nkemjika Agatha Mgbakor
- *Provost 1*: Mr. Victor Nchekwube
- Provost 2: Mr. Augustine Chinweze
The Chairman of the Electoral Committee thanked all participants and supporters for making the election a success.