By Sunday Apah
The Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) is gearing up for its highly anticipated 2025 Conference, and the Chairman of the Conference Planning Committee and Executive Director of Projects at DESOPADEC, Olorogun Ebenezer Okorodudu, has issued a passionate call for unity among the Urhobo people worldwide.
Okorodudu made this known after receiving an appointment letter dated October 10, 2025, signed by the President General of UPU, Chief Ese Gam Owe, appointing him as the chairman of the forthcoming UPU Conference.
He emphasized the significance of collective strength in advancing the Urhobo agenda.
Scheduled to take place from Friday, December 5, to Sunday, December 7, 2025, the conference represents a pivotal moment for the Urhobo people to reinforce their unity and collective identity. Okorodudu noted:
“Our strength lies in our ability to come together and speak with one voice. This conference will serve as a platform not only to elect new executives but also to foster collaboration and understanding among our people.”
The conference will feature elections for all national elective positions, which will play crucial roles in steering the union’s activities and initiatives.
The new leadership will be tasked with implementing strategies aimed at enhancing the welfare of the Urhobo people both at home and abroad.
Okorodudu disclosed that several engaging programs have been lined up for the conference, designed to inspire and mobilize the Urhobo people for a positive future.
He urged all Urhobo people to actively participate, contribute, and attend to help solidify a shared vision for the future.
While soliciting support, Okorodudu said, “Let us transcend our individual differences and work towards our common goals.
“True progress begins when we unite and support one another. I urge both individuals and groups to contribute to the success of the conference.”
