Maka Obodo Anyi: For The Growth Of Our Community
Each year, Umu Igbo Unite (UIU) holds a vibrant and uniquely important gathering of Igbo professionals, in the continued effort to showcase our culture, host accomplished and exceptional individuals in our community, and bring Igbo people in the diaspora together for a memorable and engaging convention.
Maka Obodo Anyi: For The Growth Of Our Community
Each year, Umu Igbo Unite (UIU) holds a vibrant and uniquely important gathering of Igbo professionals, in the continued effort to showcase our culture, host accomplished and exceptional individuals in our community, and bring Igbo people in the diaspora together for a memorable and engaging convention.
Maka Obodo Anyi: For The Growth Of Our Community
Each year, Umu Igbo Unite (UIU) holds a vibrant and uniquely important gathering of Igbo professionals, in the continued effort to showcase our culture, host accomplished and exceptional individuals in our community, and bring Igbo people in the diaspora together for a memorable and engaging convention.
2025 UIU Convention Highlights
Counting Down Every Second Until UIU's 22nd Convention
Professional Networking with a Cultural Twist
Registration Tickets Available
Online Registration includes: UIU Annual T-shirt | All Access Pass which gives you entry to ALL UIU events from Thursday, August 6th through Sunday, August 9th | Networking: The opportunity to network with other Igbo Professionals | Meals Included: Light snacks at Happy Hour & Block Party, Brunch and Dinner at the Banquet
2025 UIU Convention
Past Speakers
Award Winning Actress & Author
Uzo Aduba
Tech Leader and AI Product Expert
Oji Udezue
EVP, Chief Digital & Information Officer, Novant Health
Onyeka Nchege
WNBA All-Star & ESPN Commentator
Chiney Ogwumike
Founder of FinQuery, Formerly LeaseQuery
George Azih
Founder of the Shade Room
Angelica Nwandu
Progressive Leader Grand Prairie City Council
Junior Ezeonu
CEO, African Technology Foundation
Stephen Ozoigbo
Political Commentator, TV Personality, Professor, Author
Wendy Osefo
Emmy Winner, Best-Selling Author & TV Personality
Emmanuel Acho
Managing Director, Chief Anti-Bribery Officer, Citi
Chinwe Esimai
Founder & Principal Partner, Nextier Advisory
Patrick Okigbo
Founder & CEO, Pink Cornrows
Ifeoma Ike, Esq
Award Winning Actress & Comedian
Yvonne Orji
Political Economist & Ex-Presidential Candidate 2019
Kingsley Moghalu
Author, Speaker & ESPN Analyst
Sam Acho
CNN Anchor, & Author
Zain Ejiofor Asher
Nigerian Artiste, Actress, and Social Activist.
Lady Onyeka Onwenu
Past Partners & Sponsors
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UIU Newsletters
| As we step into this season of gratitude, the November edition of the Umu Igbo Unite Newsletter celebrates all that we cherish within our vibrant community. With hearts brimming with thankfulness and eyes fixed on the future, let us embrace the journey of unity, empowerment, and growth, finishing the year strong together! |
Can you believe it? The 21st Annual Umu Igbo Unite Convention is just a week away! The energy is high as we prepare to come together and celebrate, “Maka Obodo Anyi: For the Growth of Our Community.”
The 21st Annual Umu Igbo Unite Convention in Dallas is less than 6 weeks away! The countdown to August 7th-10th, 2025, is on, and the energy is palpable as we prepare to gather under our guiding theme, Maka Obodo Anyi: For the Growth of our Community.
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Through the looking glass 2025 - 2018
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