The new Executive of the University of Port Harcourt Alumni Association (UNIPORT), Abuja Chapter, has pledged to build on the successes of the immediate past executive and take the association to greater heights.

This was revealed to the media by the newly elected President of the UNIPORT Alumni Association, Abuja chapter, Mr. Patrick Otoro, in a press statement he signed yesterday, Sunday, May 4, 2025.

He said: ?I am honoured to announce my election as the President of the University of Port Harcourt Alumni Association, Abuja Chapter, and I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to the members for entrusting me with this leadership responsibility.?

Otoro commented the outgoing executive led by Mrs Phil Okoroafor, as well as the head of the Electoral Committee (ELECO), Mr Austin Okeze, the Acting National President of the Alumni Association.

?As I embark on this new role, I would like to express my deepest appreciation to the outgoing Executive led by Phil Okoroafor for their tireless efforts in leading the association over the past few years. Their dedication and commitment have laid a solid foundation for us to build upon, and together with my team, we pledge to take the association to even greater heights.

?I would also like to commend the Electoral Committee (ELECO) for conducting a free, fair, and credible election. The transparent manner in which the election was conducted without glitches or room for complaints is a testament to the committee's professionalism and commitment to democracy. I advise the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to learn from this exemplary process,? Otoro said.

He solicited for the support and cooperation of all members to join hands in taking the UNIPORT Alumni Association to higher heights.

His words: ?As we take office, we solicit the support and cooperation of all members to join hands in taking our beloved alumni association to higher heights. Together, we can achieve great things and make our association a beacon of excellence.

?On my part, I pledge to lead from the front with integrity, creativity, style, joy, and commitment. My administration will be guided by the leadership philosophy of ?empowering others to achieve more?. As Nelson Mandela once said, ?The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall?. I am committed to building a strong and vibrant association that benefits all members.

?Our administration will focus on expanding our membership base, prioritizing the wellbeing and wellness of members, and providing more benefits to our members.? He named some of the programmes his EXCO plans to introduce to include:

- Supporting the career development of our members

- Organizing more frequent social events to foster networking and camaraderie among members

- Providing support for members in need, including those facing health challenges or other difficulties

- Enhancing our online presence to facilitate communication and engagement among members

- ?All subsidies remain. None is going anywhere.

Otoro said he was excited to work with his team and all members of the association to achieve great things and that together, they can make the UNIPORT Alumni Association a force to be reckoned with.