The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Owerri Branch concluded its 2024 elections on Saturday 29th of June 2024 , with a total of 211 accredited voters participating in the process. The highly anticipated event saw lawyers cast their votes to elect new officers for key positions within the branch.
In the race for the position of Publicity Secretary, Franklin Amandi emerged as the winner with 123 votes, while his opponent, Ewelike Nnadozie, secured 78 votes. There were 8 invalid votes in this category.
Nneoma Iwu clinched the position of Treasurer, garnering 129 votes against Anulika Okoro’s 81 votes. Only 1 vote was declared invalid in the treasurer’s contest.
The battle for the Social Secretary position was closely contested between Onyinye Ugbogu and Chinenye Akaah. Ugbogu emerged victorious with 103 votes, while Akaah received 97 votes. The Social Secretary’s election had 10 invalid votes.
In the most keenly watched contest, Chief Chris Ihentuge was elected as the new Chairman of the NBA Owerri Branch, securing 119 votes. His opponent, Mazi Udegbulem, received 92 votes.
The newly elected officers are expected to assume their positions immediately and serve for the next two years. The NBA Owerri Branch has expressed its commitment to working with the new leadership to advance the interests of lawyers and promote the rule of law in the state.
The outgoing Chairman, congratulated the newly elected officers and urged them to build on the successes recorded during his tenure. He also thanked the members of the branch for their support and participation in the electoral process.