2026 UIU Convention Highlights
2025 UIU Convention Highlights
Counting Down Every Second Until UIU's 23rd 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
Past Speakers
Award Winning Actress & Author
Uzo Aduba
EVP, Chief Digital & Information Officer, Novant Health
Onyeka Nchege
WNBA All-Star & ESPN Commentator
Chiney Ogwumike
Tech Leader and AI Product Expert
Oji Udezue
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
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Igbo Kwenu: A Celebration of Voice, Vision and Purpose
What a way to close out another incredible convention season! Chicago gave us four unforgettable days filled with culture, connection, celebration, and community. From meaningful conversations to moments of pure joy, the 22nd Annual UIU National Convention reminded us once again of the power of coming together.
July arrives with anticipation, energy, and forward motion. The countdown to our 22nd Annual UIU National Convention in Chicago is no longer a countdown; it is nearly here. With just days to go, preparation has turned into readiness as final details lock in, chapters mobilize, and our collective vision comes fully into focus.
June arrives with focus, energy, and forward motion. The countdown to our 22nd Annual UIU National Convention in Chicago is no longer just on the horizon; it is actively unfolding. Across chapters and committees, preparation is turning into execution as plans are refined and our collective vision takes shape.
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