Chief Rogers Nwoke has been elected as the President of the Dozie Owerri Abuja Branch, an elite group of Owerri natives living in the nation’s capital.
Nwoke won the election, which took place on Saturday, March 29, 2025, during the association’s monthly general meeting, following a transparent and competitive process.
Nwoke won the presidency with 21 votes.
The election came after the previous Executive Committee, led by Pastor Henry Chidi Opara, was disbanded, and a three-member Electoral Panel was appointed, chaired by Mr. Stanley Nkwazema and consisting of Mr. Chris Amadi and Dr. Mrs. Chioma Njoku.
The electoral process was praised for its freedom, fairness, and transparency, and it attracted a high turnout, with more than 70% of financially active members voting.
Her Excellency Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, the former First Lady of Ondo State, was among the notable attendees.
Along with Chief Nwoke, the newly elected officers are Miss Gloria Okara [Vice President], Paul Ohuche [General Secretary], Malachy Onyeukwu [Financial Secretary], Dr. Phillip Emeana [Treasurer] and Dr. Tony Okereafor [Provost].
Hulder Nkwocha, a FIFA referee, was elected as the Welfare Officer, and Lucky Opara was re-elected as the Public Relations Officer.
The newly elected officers were immediately sworn in by President Emeritus Mr. Obinna Ajoku SAN, beginning their three-year term as outlined in the Dozie Owerri constitution and bylaws.
Mr. Stanley Nkwazema, Chairman of the Electoral Panel, congratulated and wished the new Executive Committee a successful term in office, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to oversee the election.
In his acceptance speech, President Rogers Nwoke thanked Dozie Owerri members for their trust in him and the new Executive Team.
He reassured them of their unwavering commitment to meeting and exceeding expectations while serving the association.
The new leadership is expected to bring new perspectives while upholding the association’s tradition of promoting Owerri values and contributing to the community’s progress.
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