Ukpa Ewa
The National Union of Anambra State Students (NUASS) has elected a new set of executive to lead the Union for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.
The election which was held at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam, saw Comrade Chibuike Umenyiora emerge as President after polling 178 votes, defeating his rival who secured 69 votes.
In his acceptance speech, Umenyiora pledged to prioritize students welfare, defend their rights and protect them from oppression across institutions in Nigeria.
He also revealed plans to engage the Anambra State Government to follow up on the bursary promise made to students, while appreciating ongoing education policies in the state.
Speaking after the exercise, Comrade Chidiebere Ibeh, Vice Chairman of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Joint Campus Council, Anambra State, described the election as free, fair and transparent. He urged Anambra students to continue to uphold the values of hard work, integrity, and to avoid actions that could tarnish the image of the state.
Other elected officials include Divine Igbokwe (Vice President), Promise Onuchukwu (General Secretary) and Chisom Okoli (Treasurer), among others.
Stakeholders also called for unity among contestants and encouraged students to support the new leadership for the progress of Anambra State students nationwide.
Ukpa is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
