Chief Charles Okeke (Odiuko) has been elected unopposed as the Chairman of Owerri Club in her recently conducted election.
Owerri Club is the premier members-only sports and recreation club established in 1976 and inaugurated by the then Military Governor of Imo State, Col. Sunday Adenihun on 16th of September, 1978.
Owerri Club occupies a pride of place as one of the oldest sports and recreation clubs in South Eastern Nigeria.
Chief Okeke, a former elected Chairman of Orsu LGA, an entrepreneur of note and current Chairman of the University of Ife Alumni Association was elected alongside Engr. Victor Onyewuchi (Vice Chairman), Sir Emeka Omeaku (Hon. Secretary), Dr Francis Nnolim (Treasurer),
Ik Ogbonna (Social/Publicity Secretary), Mazi Udochukwu Okereke (Financial Secretary), Engr. Dr Hyginus Emeka Opara (Maintenance Secretary), Dr J.U Akuchie (Bar Secretary), Engr. Okechukwu Dike (Ordinary Member) and Chief Dimagu Okoroha the Grill Secretary.
Chief Charles Okeke in his remarks promised to restore the club as the premier relaxation and sports club in the South East and attract more members to the club.
Odiuko as he is popularly called promised to return peace, accountability and unity to Owerri Club. He thanked the members for the trust reposed on him and assured them that he won’t take it for granted.
Chief Okeke was elected unopposed as his only opponent graciously stepped down for him.
