Arising from a stakeholders and opinion leaders meeting last weekend, at Okagwe, the Ohafia community in Abia State, constituted a 13-man caretaker committee to revive the Ohafia Improvement Union (OIU), which is the developmental arm of the community.

In a communiqué issued after the meeting, held at the residence of Chief Umeh Kalu, SAN, Chief Fab Uche, was appointed the Interim President General of the Union, with Uma Ntima, as the secretary.

Other members are: Dr. Emmanuel Udo Ukpai (representing Diaspora OIU branches), Vincent Ukpong Kalu, Cliff Obia, Prince Ikpo Odo Okereke (OIU president, PH), Chief Kalu Idika Okwara (OIU president, Abuja) and Chief Brown Aki (OIU president, Uyo).

The rest are: Chief Chikezie Ukaha, (OIU president, Umuahia), Chief Emmanuel K. Ukeju (OIU president, Lagos), Chief Dr. Agwu K. Ukairo (OIU president, Enugu), Dr. Etum Okereke (OIU president, Aba) and Chief Emeka Mba [Bambam] (PG, Ebem Ohafia Development Union).

In his maiden address to the community, entitled – “Ohafia: On Way To Greatness Again”, the interim President General, Chief Fab Uche , expressed his appreciation to Ohafia stakeholders and opinion leaders drawn across the globe, as well as to all those who have supported this noble cause.

He noted that his emergence mostly due to non-performance and lack of foresight of the leadership of the past administration of the Union, and affirmed his commitments to upholding and rebuilding upon the enviable legacy that the fore fathers have left for the community.

The role of a leader, he said, is not one to be taken lightly. It is a responsibility that requires vision, empathy, and unwavering dedication, and pledged to give his best to this position and to serve with integrity and transparency.

According to him, “ our team is not merely a collection of individuals; it is a community bound by a shared purpose and a common goal. Together, we have the power to drive change, inspire others, and make a lasting impact.

“I believe in the strength of collaboration and open communication. I encourage every member of our team to actively contribute ideas, feedback, and insights.

“It is through our collective supports that we will achieve our objectives and overcome challenges.

“As we move forward, let us embrace the journey with a shared vision and a commitment to our mission. I am eager to work alongside each of you, harnessing our collective talents, and navigating the path to success.

“In no distant time we shall publish our ideal road map that will lead to elections and birth new leadership for OIU in six months time.

“Our aim is to carry everybody along on the same page to achieve greater Ohafia consciousness and awareness,” Uche emphasised.