10/08/2026
*PRESS* *RELEASE*
*OBIO MKPARAWA ORO, AJAH BRANCH AUGUST MEETING*
*Date: 9th August 2026*
The *Obio Mkparawa Oro, Ajah Branch* held her August General Meeting on *Sunday, 9th August 2026*. The meeting commenced promptly at *3:00PM* with the singing of the *Obio Mkparawa Oro Anthem*, followed by an opening prayer by *Ulap Okon Abia, Vice President 2*. The President thereafter gave his remarks and set the tone for deliberations.
*MEETING HIGHLIGHTS*
*1. Presentation of 2025 Audited Account*
The 2025 Audited Account was presented to the house. In the interest of transparency and diligence, members resolved to take copies home for proper review. Observations and inputs will be presented at the next meeting.
*2. One-Year Anniversary Budget Presentation*
The *Planning Committee*, chaired by *Ulap Okon Abia, VP 2*, presented the proposed budget for the upcoming *One-Year Anniversary Celebration in October 2026*.
The budget generated robust contributions from members.
- *Mrs. Happiness Asuquo* observed that the allocation for Pastry Training was inadequate. The house directed her to present a revised budget for that item next week.
- *Comrade Daniel E***a* suggested that the proposal for printed jotters as souvenirs be stepped down.
The Planning Committee took note of all observations and will present a fresh report.
*3. Expansion Milestone: New Branch at Eleko*
In a major announcement, *Adviser 1* disclosed that a *new branch of Obio Mkparawa Oro* will be inaugurated at *Eleko in September 2026*.
This is one of the key achievements of the *one-year administration of President Nicolas Etim* - expanding the reach of Obio Mkparawa Oro under Ajah Branch.
*4. Election of New Welfare Officer*
To reposition the welfare arm of the organization, *Mrs. Kate* was elected as the *new Welfare Officer* of Obio Mkparawa Oro, Ajah Branch. The office had been vacant for some months. The house emphasized that welfare remains central to the core objective of Obio Mkparawa Oro.
*5. BOT Empowerment Committee Report*
The Committee set up to follow up on the *BOT Empowerment* presented its report. The house was informed that *form filling has been completed*. Selection of beneficiaries will be strictly on merit, with due diligence on dues payment, welfare participation, and meeting attendance.
*6. Anniversary Donations*
Donations were raised in support of the upcoming One-Year Anniversary Celebration. _Please find the list of donors and amounts attached._
Members who were not present at the meeting are encouraged to key in and support this celebration in appreciation to God for a successful one-year administration.
The meeting ended with a short session of refreshments and fellowship.
_Pictures and videos from the August meeting are attached below._
*Reported by:*
*Victor Willie*
_Public Relations Officer_
_Obio Mkparawa Oro, Ajah Branch_