Nkanu Youth Organization, the apex socio-cultural youth group in Nkanu land, has taken a significant step towards a smooth leadership transition. A 7-man Electoral Committee has been established, tasked with selecting a new leader as the incumbent National President, Hon. Edeani M. Edeani JP, prepares to step down from his position. The announcement came after a meeting of Nkanu Youth stakeholders convened at Press Centre in Enugu on Friday, July 21st.
The committee, headed by Nnamchi JP Egbo, comprises members drawn from all six local governments within Enugu East Senatorial Zone. Their primary responsibility is to ensure a transparent and fair selection process for the next National President of Nkanu Youth Organization. The committee is scheduled to be officially inaugurated on Sunday, July 23rd, and all the activities and procedures involved in the selection will be made public to the youths of Nkanu land.
Hon. Edeani M. Edeani JP, the outgoing National President, has been lauded for his exemplary service during his tenure. He has been credited with restoring peace among Nkanu youths and achieving remarkable advancements for the youth organization. His close collaboration with the state government and adept crisis management skills have been instrumental in fostering unity and progress among Nkanu youths. Under his leadership, numerous opportunities have been attracted for the betterment of Nkanu youths.
Committee Members:
1. Nnamchi JP Egbo - Chairman
2. Hon. Ugwu Solomon Abuchi, Enugu North LGA - Member
3. Frank Nnaji, Isiuzo LGA - Member.
4. Nelson Mba, NkanuEast LGA - Member.
5. Okolo Gerald Chidi, Enugu East LGA - Member
6. Princewill Ugwu, Enugu South LGA - Member.
7. Victor Okechukwu (Ogboni) Nkanu West LGA - Member.
The Nkanu Youth Organization (NYO) oversees the welfare of all youths of Nkanu origin from the six local governments that constitute Nkanu land, namely Enugu North, Enugu South, Enugu East, Isiuzo, Nkanu West, and Nkanu East.
As Hon. Edeani M. Edeani JP prepares to step down from office, the focus now turns to the electoral committee's crucial task of selecting a new leader who will carry on his legacy of progress and unity. The youths of Nkanu land remain optimistic that the committee will diligently evaluate potential candidates and elect a worthy successor who will continue to champion the interests and aspirations of Nkanu youths.
The Nkanu Youth Organization anticipates a seamless leadership transition, ensuring that the new National President will build upon the accomplishments of his predecessor and lead the youth organization to even greater heights in the future.