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Umunya · Oyi · Anambra · Nigeria

Professionals United.
Umunya Uplifted.

Maka Oganiru Umunya!

The Umunya Professionals Association connects doctors, lawyers, engineers, academics, entrepreneurs, and leaders from Umunya across the globe — channelling our collective expertise and resources to build the community we are all proud to call home.

500+ Members Worldwide
7 Pillars of Action
400+ Community Members Reached
5 Working Committees

Who We Are

A Global Network Rooted in Umunya

The Umunya Professionals Association (UPA) is a distinguished network of accomplished professionals — doctors, lawyers, engineers, academics, entrepreneurs, artists, and public servants — who trace their roots to Umunya, a historic town in Oyi Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria. Our members span Nigeria, North America, Europe, Asia, and beyond.

"Every son and daughter of Umunya, wherever they may be in the world, carries a responsibility to contribute to the advancement of the community that shaped them." — Prof. Ejiofor A. Okechukwu, Chairman

Pact for the Future of Umunya

Seven Pillars of Community Action

Inspired by the United Nations Pact for the Future, our landmark declaration adopted at the Umunya Summit of Tomorrow commits us to action across seven dimensions of community life.

Community Development

Globalising Umunya as a model community integrating the 2030 Agenda at the grassroots level.

Economic Advancement

Championing inclusive growth, food security, and eradication of poverty through diaspora investment.

Science & Technology

Harnessing technology to bridge digital divides and connect Umunya to global networks.

Climate & Sustainable Cities

Environmental stewardship through tree planting, sustainable construction, and climate-resilient infrastructure.

Cultural Preservation

Protecting and celebrating Umunya's rich Igbo heritage, traditions, and ancestral knowledge.

Diaspora Engagement

Deepening cooperation between Umunya at home and the professional diaspora worldwide.

Intergenerational Responsibility

Meeting the demands of the present in a way that safeguards the needs of future generations.

Our Programmes

UPA Initiatives in Action

From healthcare outreach to scholarship programmes, from infrastructure advocacy to cultural festivals — here is how UPA turns its mission into measurable impact for Umunya.

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Pact for the Future of Umunya

UPA's flagship commitment document — a comprehensive blueprint for community development, economic advancement, and sustainable living aligned with t…

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Medical Outreach Programme

Regular free medical camps providing healthcare services — consultations, screenings, and medications — to Umunya residents who struggle to access qu…

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Scholarship & Education Fund

Financial support for secondary and tertiary students from Umunya, ensuring every bright young person from our community has the opportunity to fulfi…

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Cultural Heritage & Festivals

Preserving and celebrating Umunya's rich Igbo cultural heritage through festivals, historical documentation, and cultural education programmes for th…

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Your Heritage. Your Association.

Are You a Son or Daughter of Umunya?

Wherever you are in the world — Lagos, London, Houston, or Umunya itself — this is your association. UPA is open to all professionals who trace their roots to Umunya. Join us and be part of something historic.

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Executive Board

UPA is guided by a distinguished executive board of accomplished professionals deeply committed to the advancement of Umunya at home and in the diaspora.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about UPA, membership, or how to contribute? Find answers here, or get in touch with our team directly.

The Umunya Professionals Association (UPA) is a distinguished network of accomplished professionals — doctors, lawyers, engineers, academics, entrepreneurs, artists, and public servants — who trace their roots to Umunya, a historic town in Oyi LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria. Our tagline — Maka Oganiru Umunya! — captures our mission.
UPA is open to all professionals who trace their roots to Umunya — whether you were born and raised there, grew up elsewhere but maintain strong ties, or are connected through family. We welcome professionals from every sector, early-career professionals, recent graduates, and associate members who share our values.
The Pact is our landmark community declaration adopted at the Umunya Summit of Tomorrow on November 23, 2024. Inspired by the UN Pact for the Future, it commits UPA and the Umunya community to action across seven pillars: community development, economic advancement, science and technology, climate change and sustainable cities, cultural preservation, diaspora engagement, and intergenerational responsibility.
You can contribute through financial donations, professional expertise (medicine, law, engineering, education, IT), membership dues, or named sponsorships of events, scholarships, or community projects. Contact us at info@umunyaprofessionalsassociation.org or call +234 703 991 7848.
Umunya is a historic town in Oyi Local Government Area, Anambra State, south-eastern Nigeria — situated in the heart of Igboland. The UPA office is at 5 Eusebius Ogugua Close, Umunya Oyi, Anambra State.

Get in Touch with UPA

Whether you want to join, donate, partner, or simply learn more — we want to hear from you.

Email Us

info@umunya professionalsassociation.org

Call Us

+234-703-991-7848 (Nigeria) +1 (615)830-2078 (USA)

Visit Us

5 Eusebius Ogugua Close,Umunya Oyi, Anambra State, Nigeria

Maka Oganiru Umunya! — Connecting accomplished professionals united by Umunya heritage to drive community development and global advancement.

5 Eusebius Ogugua Close, Umunya Oyi,
Anambra State, Nigeria
info@umunyaprofessionalsassociation.org

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