A Defining Turning Point for the Ewe Association of Metropolitan Chicago as Selali Ayeke-Adorsu Assumes Command

By Fuvi Kloku : Chicago Illinois

The Ewe Association of Metropolitan Chicago ushered in a new chapter of leadership on Sunday, January 18, 2026, as the executive body elected last November was formally sworn into office. The ceremony, held at 7635 S. Dorchester Avenue, was more than a routine transition of authority; it was a reaffirmation of community, continuity, and collective purpose.

In her first official address as president, Mrs. Selali Ayeke-Adorsu delivered a message that blended gratitude, resolve, and a clear vision for the future. She began by acknowledging the trust placed in her and her team, expressing deep appreciation to the membership for granting them the mandate to serve. She paid tribute to the outgoing President, Ms. Carol Amexo, for her unwavering dedication to expanding the association’s membership and strengthening its foundation. She also extended heartfelt thanks to the Traditional Council, Togbes and Mamas, whose representation of the association within the broader community has been a source of pride and stability.

Mrs. Ayeke emphasized that the association’s progress depends on unity, reminding members that no goal can be achieved in isolation. She called for a renewed spirit of cooperation, urging everyone to set aside personal preferences and rally behind the shared mission of elevating the association. Leadership, she noted, is not a badge of honor but an act of service, one that demands humility, accountability, and a willingness to listen.

Her commitment to transparency and collaboration was unmistakable. She pledged to foster genuine friendship among members, ensure that executives remain accountable to the people they serve, and cultivate an environment where disagreements are resolved through understanding rather than division. Progress, she insisted, requires alignment of purpose.

A significant portion of her remarks focused on the youth, whom she described as the association’s future and vigilant observers of its actions. Mrs. Ayeke outlined plans to strengthen youth engagement, including exploring the creation of a dedicated Youth Week and consulting experts to enhance youth programming. Her message was clear: the association must invest intentionally in its younger generation if it hopes to thrive in the years ahead.

The ceremony itself carried a solemn and dignified tone. Reverend Dzifanu Agbenya, who administered the oath of office, opened the gathering with a prayer that placed the event in the hands of God. He reminded attendees that the day was both a celebration of new leadership and an opportunity to honor those who had served before. During the swearing‑in, he charged the president and her executive team to uphold the constitution of the Ewe Association, a responsibility they accepted with the solemn declaration, “So help me God.”

In the absence of outgoing President , Ms. Carol Amexo, the ceremonial handing over was gracefully conducted by Vice President , Ms. Aurelia Ationu, ensuring that the transition remained seamless and dignified.

As the new administration begins its tenure, Sankofaonline.com urges all members to support the leadership wholeheartedly and to rise above personal whims and caprices. The strength of any community lies not in the ambitions of a few but in the shared commitment of many. The Ewe Association stands at a promising threshold, and its success will depend on unity, cooperation, and a collective willingness to move forward together.

Mrs. Ayeke closed her remarks with a simple but resonant message: stay engaged, stay hopeful, and stay ready for what comes next. She extended warm New Year wishes to all, an invitation to begin this new era with renewed purpose and shared resolve.

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A new dawn has arrived. The work begins now.