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Governor’s aide elected EPU Asaba branch chair

Executive Assistant to Delta State Governor on Media, Dr. Nelson Egware, has emerged as the chairman of Emevor Progress Union (EPU), Asaba branch. He was elected unopposed during the union’s

Governor’s aide elected EPU Asaba branch chair
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April 29, 2026byThe Nation
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Executive Assistant to Delta State Governor on Media, Dr. Nelson Egware, has emerged as the chairman of Emevor Progress Union (EPU), Asaba branch.

He was elected unopposed during the union’s April monthly meeting held in Asaba, alongside other executive members, who were chosen to serve in positions.

Others elected include Mr. Joseph Awoh as vice chairman, Simeon Ebewore as secretary, Doris Ogheneruemu as assistant secretary and Chris-Mark Erukaye as financial secretary.

Mrs. Beatrice Agboro was re-elected as treasurer, while Mr. Oghoghome Ukpedor emerged as publicity secretary.

Awoh Lucky and Samson Adaighofua were elected as provost 1 and provost 2.

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Egware takes over from Prof. Sunny Ekakitie, who led the Asaba branch of the union for over three years.

In his handover remarks, Prof. Ekakitie thanked members for their support during his tenure, noting that the union made progress under his leadership.

He urged the new executive to build on existing achievements and continue to promote peace, unity and development in Emevor community.

In his acceptance speech, Egware expressed appreciation to members for the confidence reposed in him and the new executive, assuring them of their commitment to service.

He called for the support and cooperation of all members to enable the leadership to succeed in its mandate.

Egware also appealed to Emevor indigenes living in Asaba and surrounding areas to participate in the union’s activities, noting that meetings are held every third Sunday of the month at the home of Sir Simeon Ukpedor.

The meeting ended with the formal handover of leadership to the newly elected executive.

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