Senator Ede Dafinone addresses the Urhobo Nation on leadership and accountability in the inaugural Urhobo Leadership Series.
Senator Ede Dafinone, the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial on Monday, July 28, 2025, addressed the Urhobo Nation in a landmark keynote at the inaugural Urhobo Leadership Series organised by the Urhobo Consultative Forum (UCF). This is a program designed to engage Urhobo political and public office holders to promote effective governance.
The program, themed “Redefining Public Service and Accountability: A Reflection on Senatorial Representation,” is set to spark high-level conversations on leadership and governance within the Urhobo Nation, led by Senator Ede Dafinone.
Holding virtually via Zoom from 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM (WAT), the series kicks off with Senator Dafinone—representing Delta Central Senatorial District—as the Guest Speaker. His address is expected to offer critical reflections on ethical leadership, transparency in governance, and the responsibilities of elected officials, along with his scorecard in the Senate in the past two years.
“This event is more than a reflection; it’s an opportunity to reconnect with the ideals of servant leadership and responsible representation,” said Mr. Abraham Ogbodo, Chairman of the UCF Board of Trustees. “Senator Ede Dafinone’s presence will provide critical insight into what effective public service should look like.”
The Urhobo Leadership Series, a flagship initiative of UCF, seeks to foster a culture of accountability and civic engagement by connecting current leaders, young professionals, and community stakeholders in meaningful dialogue. According to the organisers, the initiative not only aims to inspire the next generation but also involves Senator Ede Dafinone in holding public officers to higher standards of performance.
The Monday event will feature a fireside chat with Senator Ede Dafinone, an interactive Q&A session, and reflections from Urhobo leaders and youth representatives. A major highlight will be the official launch of the UCF Leadership Scorecard, a civic tool designed to track and evaluate the performance of Urhobo public officials.
Participation is open to all Urhobo sons and daughters, socio-cultural groups, youth associations, and diaspora communities. The event will also be livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube for global access.
Dr. Benson Uwheru, Secretary of the Board of Trustees, urged widespread participation: “This is a defining moment for the Urhobo Nation, as highlighted by Senator Ede Dafinone’s involvement. We invite everyone to be part of this conversation about our future.”
The UCF, widely regarded as a leading think tank of Urhobo professionals and stakeholders, says this is only the beginning of a series that will challenge the status quo and redefine expectations from leaders, including Senator Ede Dafinone, within and beyond Delta Central.
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