WAADO PROGRESSIVE UNION, KANSAS CITY

Dedicated to fostering unity, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting the socioeconomic advancement of the Urhobo and Isoko people residing in the Greater Kansas City area.

About Us

WHO WE ARE

WHO WE ARE

Established in February 2005, Waado Progressive Union is the cornerstone of connection and support for individuals of Urhobo and Isoko descent in Greater Kansas City. Our organization maintains a tax-exempt status.

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION

Waado Progressive Union (W.P.U.) of Greater Kansas City is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering unity, preserving cultural heritage, and promoting the socioeconomic advancement of the Urhobo and Isoko people residing in the Greater Kansas City area.

OUR VISION

OUR VISION

We envision a vibrant community where Urhobo and Isoko individuals thrive culturally, socially, and economically while contributing positively to the broader Kansas City community.

OUR EXECUTIVES

Get to know the faces behind our organization

Mr. Odafe Akortha
Mr. Odafe Akortha President
Mrs. Veronica Ogaga
Mrs. Veronica Ogaga Vice President
Mr. Emmanuel Ajeje
Mr. Emmanuel Ajeje Secretary
Mrs. Doris Odjomah-Fouts
Mrs. Doris Odjomah-Fouts Financial Secretary
Engr. Emmawhite Oniovosa
Engr. Emmawhite Oniovosa Treasurer
Retired Major Cletus Obahor
Retired Major Cletus Obahor Patron

DELTA STATE

The Big Heart

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