By Jose Oby 
Comrade Dennis Mene has extended warm congratulations to Comrade Joseph Okotie, who emerged as the newly elected President of the Itsekiri Youth, alongside other executive officers elected into various positions.
The newly constituted executive includes:
- Women Leader: Alero Olugbo
- Director of Socials & Welfare: Jolomi Kekema
- Director of External Affairs: Ajakaye Blessing
- Director of Mobilization: Odemi Agbeyegbe
- Financial Secretary: Tuoyo Ojogbo
- Legal Advisor: Solomon Ogholaja
- Treasurer: Ayemidejor Omawumi
- Assistant PRO: Collins Ebiareneyin
- PRO: Gbubemi Ejesi
- Assistant Secretary: Laura Oritseweyinmi
- Secretary-General: Edward Jakpa
- 4th Vice President: Asin Blessing
- 3rd Vice President: Lily-white Omasanjuwa Esigbone
- 2nd Vice President: Stephen Amejuma
- 1st Vice President: Tsaye Mene
- President: Okotie Joseph
While commending the delegates for their role in the electoral process, Mene described their votes as a clear indication of their desire for change and transformation within the Itsekiri nation.
“I commend the delegates for your votes, especially those so desirous of change. Your votes signify that you are indeed advocates for transformation, and this marks the beginning of a new era,” he stated.
Mene further charged the newly elected officers to prioritize unity and inclusivity, stressing that the challenges ahead require collective effort.
“I implore the winners to foster unity by reaching out to others, as the tasks ahead demand collaboration. May God grant you wisdom greater than that of King Solomon to elevate the Itsekiri nation.