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The Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Chapter, yesterday, Thursday, July 30, 2026, elected a new set of officers to run its affairs for the next two years.
The official results sheet obtained this morning by News Express indicated that Dr. Ebong Itoro George beat Dr. Michael Olarewaju with a wide margin to emerge Chairman, while Dr. Omeke, Joseph Chigozie was elected Vice Chairman (Unopposed).
The new Secretary is Dr. Adejo Christopher, who beat Dr. Innocent Abah with a wide margin.
Below is the full result as announced via a document signed by Dr. Ken Ityo, Chairman, Electoral Committee, NMA FCT 2026 Elections:
CHAIRMAN
✅ Dr. Ebong Itoro George – 958 votes
• Dr. Michael Olarewaju – 527 votes
VICE CHAIRMAN (Unopposed)
✅ Dr. Omeke, Joseph Chigozie – Returned Elected
SECRETARY
✅ Dr. Adejo Christopher – 874 votes
• Dr. Innocent Abah – 606 votes
ASSISTANT SECRETARY (Unopposed)
✅ Dr. Khadija Abdulrahim – Returned Elected
TREASURER
✅ Dr. Ochi Chizoba – 1,019 votes
• Dr. Banwat Joseph – 459 votes
FINANCIAL SECRETARY (Unopposed)
✅ Dr. Usman Abdulhafeez – Returned Elected
SOCIAL SECRETARY
✅ Dr. Icheme David – 1,038 votes
• Dr. Ekunke Godwin – 427 votes
PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER (PRO)
✅ Dr. Ogenyi Simon – 871 votes
• Dr. Adebayo Adesoye – 605 votes
