The Pretty Okafor-led Performing Musicians Employers’ Association of Nigeria (PMAN) has taken a giant stride towards strengthening unity within the association.
During a landmark visit to Ibadan, Oyo State, recently, Okafor met with the Western Zone’s leadership, comprising zonal leaders, state chapter governors, and some state chapter secretaries to address members’ concerns, discuss challenges and chart a course for future collaboration.
The Western Zone chapter governors had extended an invitation to Okafor in a bid to recognise and praise his achievements, especially the PMAN Abuja project, acquisition of Nigerian Music House, and other ongoing infrastructure projects.
While recognising the positive impact of Okafor’s accomplishments as president, the Western Zone leaders pledged their support for PMAN under his leadership.
Expressing his gratitude for the reception, Okafor stated, “This is my first time attending a Western Zone meeting, and I am here to listen and take steps to address any issues impacting our members.”
During the open forum, state chapter governors praised Okafor for his passionate and result-yielding leadership style. They also shared their perspectives on the association’s current impact, governance and challenges.
Several chapter governors voiced their desire for enhanced collaboration, greater financial transparency, and improved support from the national body. Other key issues discussed included strengthening chapter autonomy and accountability, reconciliation and inclusivity, operational improvements, and commitment to peace and unity.
At the end of the day, the PMAN president reaffirmed his commitment to addressing these concerns, promising greater transparency and inclusivity.
“I recognise the challenges and grievances you’ve raised today. My goal is to bring PMAN closer to its members and to build a stronger, united association,” he declared.
At the reception were key figures like Dr. Ola Jombo, Chairman, Western Zone; Evangelist Remi Aderoju, Secretary, Western Zone; Comrade Mutiu Ayeloja Manadex, Treasurer, Western Zone; Alhaji Adisa Owala, Chapter Governor, Kwara State; Prince Abiodun Adegoroye, Chapter Governor, Ogun State; Chief Olalere Adankara, Chapter Governor, Ekiti State; Alhaji Azeez Ibrahim, Chapter Governor, Osun State; Comrade Jide Abiade Murphy, Chapter Governor, Ondo State; and Comrade Taiwo Omotunde, Chapter Governor, Oyo State.
Others included Lola Olamuyiwa, Chapter Governor, Lagos State; Alhaji Tajudeen Olalekan (Loko White), Chapter Secretary, Kwara State; Comrade Adeolu Afolami, Chapter Secretary, Oyo State; Comrade Temitope Opeyemi Ogunjobi, Chapter Secretary, Osun State; and Comrade Olujimi Oyewusi, Chapter Secretary, Ogun State.
Also in attendance were Elizabeth Khara Gabriel, Acting General Secretary, PMAN; Comrade Kareem Azeez Osoba, Immediate Past Chapter Governor, Lagos State; Alhaji Tijani Adesina Fatai, Immediate Past Deputy Chapter Governor, Lagos State; Adekunbi Alamu Bamigbaye (Alhaji Fancy); Azubuike Enebeli and Henrie Eduozor.