By Munachi Uche, Awka
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Anambra State Chapter, has elected Mr. Marvelous Ezenwa of Kpakpando Radio as its Treasurer, alongside other executive members, in an election held at Mich Royal Hotels, Awka, the Anambra State capital.
The election produced Chiemzie Anaso as Chairman, Pamela Ebo as Vice Chairman, Uche Ndeke as Secretary, Abuchi Onwumelu as Assistant Secretary, and Ifeanyi Okonkwo as Welfare Officer.
Ezenwa’s emergence as Treasurer places him among the association’s executive leadership, with a responsibility to contribute to its growth, accountability and effective administration.
The election was conducted under the supervision of the association’s national leadership, with the President, Mr. Isaac, and Secretary-General, Ikenna Okonkwo, represented by the Vice President, Mr. Ikem Asika. Their representation underscored the importance attached to the electoral process and the continued development of the association in Anambra State.
Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr. Emmanuel Ndukwuba, commended members of his committee for their commitment to ensuring a successful exercise. Other members of the committee were Mr. Ugokwe Chuks, who served as Secretary, and Mr. Daniel Ukpai.
Ndukwuba also appreciated members of the association who participated in the election and voted for their preferred candidates, describing their participation as important to strengthening the association’s democratic process and collective responsibility.
He urged the newly elected executives and all members to uphold the rules and regulations guiding SWAN, maintain the ethics of the journalism profession, and discharge their duties diligently. He stressed the need for discipline, professionalism, unity and commitment to the ideals of sports journalism.
In his response, the newly elected Treasurer, Marvelous Ezenwa, expressed gratitude to members of the association for the confidence reposed in him. He described his election as a call to service and pledged to contribute meaningfully to the growth, unity and development of SWAN in Anambra State.
Ezenwa, who represents Kpakpando Radio, reaffirmed his commitment to working with the Chairman and other executive members to advance the interests of sports writers, promote professional standards and strengthen the association’s activities. He expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve and assured members of his readiness to support initiatives that would move the association forward.
The emergence of the new executive members marks a fresh chapter for SWAN in Anambra State, with expectations that the leadership will strengthen professional collaboration, encourage responsible sports reporting and promote the welfare of members while upholding the values of journalism.
