Hall of Honor & Leadership Legacy

PAST EXECUTIVE LEADERS

Honoring the visionary presidents and executive officers whose leadership and dedication paved the way for Edo Union Leeds since 2010.

PRESIDENTIAL ERAS & LEADERSHIP HISTORY

A historical tribute to each administration that served Edo Union Leeds.

2011 – 2013 Administration

Led by Prince Egbe Humphrey Omorodion

Key Highlights:Founded Edo Union Leeds at Chapeltown meetingOrganized inaugural party with 150+ guests, MPs, and Leeds CouncilorsEstablished initial civic advocacy and MP petition framework

Pioneer President (2011 – 2013)

Prince Egbe Humphrey Omorodion

Initiated the formation of Edo Union Leeds and served as its inaugural president.

Vice President (2011 – 2013)

Osahon Ogieva

Co-steered the pioneer executive team during the union's foundational years.

2013 – 2015 Administration

Led by Ben Izuagie

Key Highlights:Expanded membership across Leeds and surrounding West Yorkshire areasFormalized member benefit system (marriage, child birth, bereavement)Strengthened community cohesion and social events

President (2013 – 2015)

Ben Izuagie

Led the union through a period of rapid membership growth and welfare structure creation.

2015 – 2017 Administration

Led by Debest Osuyi (Vice President)

Key Highlights:Consolidated welfare disbursements and financial accountabilityEnhanced cultural outreach and community welfare assistance

Vice President & Leadership (2015 – 2017)

Debest Osuyi

Provided steadfast executive guidance and welfare administration.

2017 – 2019 Administration

Led by Nosa Adun

Key Highlights:Expanded annual end-of-year celebrations and summer outingsStreamlined general secretariat documentation and communication

President (2017 – 2019)

Nosa Adun

Presided over major cultural celebrations and community gatherings in Leeds.

General Secretary (2017 – 2019)

Patrick Smart

Managed secretarial affairs and official union communications.

2019 – 2021 Administration

Led by Andy Ituah Ekeokpa

Key Highlights:Guided the union through COVID-19 pandemic community supportDigital transition of member meetings and emergency welfare reliefPioneered constitutional updates for modern governance

President (2019 – 2021)

Andy Ituah Ekeokpa

Co-founding trustee who led the union through critical growth and pandemic response.

Present Leadership

MEET OUR CURRENT EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

View the active 2024–2026 executive officers and Board of Trustees currently serving Edo Union Leeds.

CURRENT EXECUTIVES READ EUL HISTORY