…Pledges Development of Kogi East
The Kaduna branch of the Ukomu Igala Organisation, a Socio- cultural and linguistic umbrella body for the Igala Nation in North Central Nigeria, has elected a new executive members to steer the affairs of the organisation for the next three years.
The election produced Engr. Abdul Audu as chairman, with Engr. John Attah as vice chairman. Other elected officers are Elder Joel Dagono, secretary; John Haruna, assistant secretary; John Salifu, treasurer; Joshua Otola, finance secretary; and Hajiya Mariam Shaibu, women leader.
Others are Dan Maha, auditor; Rev. Dr. Joe Onuche, director of mobilisation; Hajiya Fatima Adamu, social welfare secretary; Barr. Juliet O. Agada, legal adviser; and Noah Ebije, Public Relations Officer.
Engr.Abdul Audu (L) taking over from his predecessor , Pa Emmanuel Aduku
Speaking shortly after his election, Audu pledged to provide selfless and purposeful leadership aimed at strengthening the organisation and contributing to the development of the Igala people.
He urged members of the new executive to take their responsibilities seriously and work as a team to achieve the objectives of the organisation.
“I promise to render selfless services for the growth and rapid development of the organisation. I also charge all the executive members to take their respective positions seriously in order to ensure successful teamwork,” Audu said.
The new chairman also expressed appreciation to the outgoing executive for what he described as its diligent and responsible service during its tenure.
He said the organisation had an important role to play in promoting development in Kogi East through the collective efforts of its members, both within Nigeria and in the diaspora.
“The purpose of the organisation is to ensure that our traditional land back home in Kogi East Senatorial Zone is accorded development through our individual contributions,” he said.
Audu further called for greater unity and love among members, stressing that the progress of the organisation depended on the willingness of its members to work together.
“We must work hard to ensure unity and love among ourselves, both at home and in the diaspora,” he added.
The newly elected officers subsequently took the oath of office administered by Barr. Juliet O. Agada.
In administering the oath, Agada charged the officers to faithfully and conscientiously discharge the responsibilities entrusted to them and uphold the constitution, rules and regulations of the organisation.
The officers pledged to serve with “integrity, honesty, diligence and impartiality,” while respecting the rights and interests of members.
They also vowed not to use their offices for personal advantage or improper purposes and promised to maintain confidentiality where required and protect the good name, property and interests of the organisation.
The oath further committed the officers to accountability, transparency and good leadership, as well as cooperation with other officers and members for the advancement of the organisation.
Agada, who administered the oath in her capacity as a Notary Public for Nigeria, reminded the new executives that the authority entrusted to them must be exercised responsibly and transparently and in the best interest of the organisation.
“May your tenure be characterised by integrity, unity, service, accountability and purposeful leadership,” she said, as she congratulated the newly elected officers.
The new executive is expected to begin its three-year tenure with a focus on strengthening the organisation, fostering unity among Igala people in Kaduna and contributing to development initiatives in Kogi East.
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