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Empowering Ogbururu Community

Our Commitment

Ogberuru Development Association (ODA, Inc.) is committed to empowering the Nigerian community from Ogbururu in Imo State, Nigeria. Through community organizing, advocacy, and collaborative projects, we aim to address local challenges and create a brighter future for all.

The Ogberuru Indigenes Association USA is a nonprofit organization committed to unity, cultural pride, and sustainable community development. We bring Ogberuru sons and daughters together to support one another, celebrate our heritage, and contribute to meaningful progress in our homeland.

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Our Mission

To empower Ogberuru indigenes through collaboration, service, and community‑driven initiatives that promote sustainable development, cultural preservation, and mutual support.

 

Current Priority Project:

Rebuilding Ogberuru Secondary School

Ogberuru Secondary School has suffered severe damage from repeated attacks by terrorists and thieves, leaving classrooms, laboratories, and essential facilities in urgent need of restoration.

Our Immediate Goals Include:

  • Water access, hygiene and sanitation - a new borehole has recently been provided by Relief Network Min., Inc. We need to secure the borehole, the new water tank and stand, plus the solar panels/controller that will help pump water from the well and deliver it to the overhead tank.

  • Major renovations of damaged classrooms and school buildings

  • Construction of modern toilets for students and teachers

  • Establishment of a functional staff library

  • Creation of a well‑equipped student library

  • Rebuilding science laboratories to support quality education

These improvements will restore dignity, safety, and hope to hundreds of students and teachers.

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Membership Benefits

  • For members in good financial standing, financial support during bereavement or loss of an immediate family member can be very beneficial when one is most distressed, over-burdened, or vulnerable. So be current with your annual dues and levies accessed and adopted from time-to-time by the ODA Board or General Meeting.

  • Gifts, Awards, and recognitions for members and their children who excel academically as we honor their hard work and motivate or inculcate discipline for those coming behind them as we build our individual and collective legacies worth emulating.

  • Fellowship, unity, and joyful community gatherings as we enjoy our rich Nigerian dishes and celebrate our successes

  • A stronger collective voice for development and cultural preservation as good ambassadors in USA.

 

​Get Involved
Whether you join as a member, volunteer your skills, or support our development projects, your contribution strengthens Ogberuru and uplifts our people.

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​Membership Registration Message
Dear Ogberuru Sons and Daughters,
We warmly invite you to become a member of the Ogberuru Indigenes Association USA. By joining us, you become part of a united family committed to supporting one another, celebrating our heritage, and driving meaningful development in our community.
As a member, you enjoy compassionate support during times of bereavement, recognition for your children’s academic achievements, and opportunities to connect with fellow indigenes through fellowship and cultural events. Most importantly, you help strengthen our collective voice and contribute to the progress of Ogberuru both here in the United States and back home.
Join us today and stand with your community.

Together, we rise.

Mission

Our mission is to create positive change by uniting community members from Ogbururu and tackling local challenges head-on. Through advocacy work and collaborative projects, we aim to foster a sense of belonging and empowerment within the USA for all Ogberuru indigens and to leverage our collective power to move the wheels of progress more rapidly at home in Nigeria, serving all of Ogberuru and its neighbors.

Join us in building a stronger, more connected community.

We are committed to promoting social justice, equality, and inclusivity in all aspects of our work. By engaging with all Ogberuru indigenes, in-laws from Nigeria and other countries we build stronger bonds for all our stakeholders, we strive to amplify diverse voices and create impactful solutions that address the root causes of community issues.

Be sure to join our WhatsApp group and be an active participant - contribute your ideas and opinions to our group chats. Also be sure to pay your annual dues, take part in our group life insurance program for yourself and your family.

Support Team

Meet Our Team of Assistants

Our leadership team is composed of passionate individuals who are dedicated to making a difference in our community and support the entire board of directors. Together, we bring diverse skills and experiences to the table, ensuring that our projects are impactful and sustainable.

Chinemerem Iheme

Vice Chair

Dr. Edith Akabogu

Assistant Secretary

Maria Onuoha

Financial Secretary

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