In recognition of his growing influence and developmental strides in Delta State, the Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Jaro Omovudu Egbo, KSC, has been announced as the Chief Host of the 2025 Urhobo Editors and Publishers Alliance (UEPA) Official Inauguration and Annual Conference.
The highly anticipated event, which will bring together leading voices in Urhobo media, governance, and culture, is expected to serve as a strategic platform for dialogue on the role of the media in preserving heritage and promoting good governance.
Olorogun Egbo’s selection as Chief Host has been widely described as well-deserved, given his administration’s remarkable achievements since assuming office.
In just over a year, his leadership has recorded notable progress across key sectors, including infrastructure renewal, youth empowerment, and community development, earning him accolades from journalists, stakeholders, and residents alike.
Renowned for his media-friendly disposition, Egbo has built strong relationships with journalists and communication professionals, acknowledging the media’s pivotal role in fostering transparency, civic engagement, and public accountability.
His collaborative approach has positioned Ughelli North as one of the most visible and development-focused councils in Delta State.
The Urhobo Editors and Publishers Alliance (UEPA), a coalition of respected Urhobo media professionals, is committed to strengthening the relationship between traditional institutions, modern governance, and the media as a cultural custodian.
The 2025 conference, themed “The Media as Custodian: Revitalizing Urhobo’s Traditional Institutions in the Digital Age,” will feature thought-provoking lectures, panel discussions, and participation from eminent personalities in journalism, academia, and public administration across Nigeria.
As preparations intensify, all eyes are on Olorogun Jaro Egbo — a leader whose blend of administrative excellence, cultural consciousness, and open communication continues to redefine grassroots leadership in Delta Central.
His role as Chief Host of the 2025 UEPA event goes beyond ceremony; it stands as a testament to his enduring commitment to progress, partnership, and the preservation of Urhobo identity.
