NOTSUP Establishes New Chapter at Federal Polytechnic Ohodo

The Non-Teaching Staff Union of Polytechnics (NOTSUP) has successfully established a new chapter at Federal Polytechnic Ohodo in Enugu State. This development marks a significant milestone in the union’s efforts to strengthen its presence and advocate for the rights and welfare of non-teaching staff across Nigeria.

This new chapter was established and inaugurated on May 13, 2025, by NOTSUP Southeast Zonal Executive Council, led by Comrade Victor Iduma Okocha and comprising Comrade Kalu Azuma Nwankwo and Comrade Maxwell Obijuru. The formation of this chapter is expected to enhance the welfare and well-being of non-teaching staff at Federal Polytechnic Ohodo, providing them with a stronger collective voice to negotiate with management and address key issues affecting their livelihoods.

Following the inauguration, the Federal Polytechnic Ohodo new chapter chairman, Comrade Chidi Ugwele, in his speech stated, “I reserve all glory for God almighty. I extend my deepest gratitude to the school management for approving the establishment and indeed the inauguration of our union on May 13, 2025, and recognizing the importance of collective representation for non-teaching staff. I also appreciate NOTSUP, Southeast Zonal Executive Council, and the National Executive Council for accepting to establish the union in the polytechnic.He equally called on all the chapter members to come together and make NOTSUP, FEDPOD Chapter a Success.”

The new chapter will provide a platform for non-teaching staff at Federal Polytechnic Ohodo to come together, share concerns, and work collectively towards improving their working conditions and overall well-being. With this establishment, NOTSUP continues to solidify its commitment to representing and supporting non-teaching staff in the polytechnic sector.

During the inauguration, the Southeast Zonal Executive Council presented the new chapter leadership with letters of appointment issued by the union’s National Executive Council. The Federal Polytechnic Ohodo Chapter Executives inaugurated include the Chairman, Comrade Chidi Ugwele, Secretary, Achi Thomas, Vice Chairman, Ugwuafia Nneamaka, Financial Secretary, Ebekue Ifeoma, Treasurer, Elom Chinedu, Assistant Secretary, Eneh Anulika, Welfare Officer, Okpaga Davidson, and Public Relation Officer, Lawal Saheed.

The inauguration was attended by Federal Polytechnic Ohodo management who were invited as guests of honor, including the Rector, heavily represented by the Deputy Rector, Dr Cornelius O Ogayi, Registrar heavily represented by the Director Admissions, Mr Austin Ugwoke, Acting Bursar, Mrs Udeh Patient A, polytechnic Librarian, Dr Ejike C Igwebuike.

The NOTSUP National President, Comrade Shaba Nakorji, while receiving the report on the inauguration, expressed gratitude to the Federal Polytechnic Ohodo management. He stated that the National Executive Council is optimistic that NOTSUP in the polytechnic will foster a stronger, more united voice for non-teaching staff, enabling them to effectively address challenges and pursue opportunities for growth and development.

This establishment is a testament to NOTSUP’s dedication to its members and its mission to promote a better working environment for non-teaching staff in polytechnics across the country.

Photo from left to right: Chapter Public Relation Officer, Lawal Saheed A, Chapter Vice Chairman, Ugwuafia Nneamaka, Chapter Financial Secretary, Ebekue Ifeoma, Chapter Chairman, Comrade Ugwele Chidiebere, Polytechnic Librarian, Dr Ejike C Igwebuike, Deputy Rector, Dr Cornelius O Ogayi, Southeast Zonal Coordinator, Comrade Victor Iduma Okocha, Zonal Publicity Secretary, Comrade Maxwell Obijuru, Zonal Secretary, Comrade Kalu Azuma Nwankwo, Assistant Secretary, Eneh Anulika E,
Treasurer , Elon Chinedu N,
Welfare Officer, Okpaga Davidson E.