By Silvernews
Sir Stanley Sunny Nganya has emerged as the new President of Standard Tennis Club (STDC) Owerri after defeating Sir Ugochukwu Nwaogwugwu in the club’s presidential election held on Sunday at the club’s premises in Owerri.
Nganya secured 63 votes to overcome Nwaogwugwu, who garnered 27 votes in an election that attracted considerable interest from members of one of the leading tennis clubs in South-East Nigeria.
The exercise, which was described by members as peaceful and transparent, also produced other members of the club’s executive committee that will steer the affairs of the club for the next tenure.
Speaking shortly after his victory was announced, Nganya thanked members for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to run an inclusive administration focused on strengthening the club, promoting tennis development, and enhancing members’ welfare.
In a demonstration of sportsmanship, Nwaogwugwu congratulated the new president and assured him of his support, stressing the need for unity and collective efforts to advance the interests of the club.
Other officials elected during the exercise include Emeka G. Eche as Financial Secretary, Ikenna Nwaneri as Club Captain, Oluchi Ozurumba as Vice Captain, Johnson Chimezie as Treasurer, Okechukwu Okpei as Assistant General Secretary, Uzoma Onuachu as General Secretary, and Sir Victor Iwuanyanwu as Vice President.
The election was further highlighted by a display of unity as Nganya and Nwaogwugwu embraced after the declaration of results and pledged to work together for the progress of the club.
Recognised as one of the foremost tennis clubs east of the River Niger, STDC Owerri has remained a key contributor to the growth of tennis in the region through its support for recreational and competitive tennis activities.
Members expressed optimism that the new executive committee would build on the club’s achievements and further enhance its status as a leading centre for tennis development in Nigeria.
