President
My name is Mrs. Oritseweyinmi Lydia Adodo-Obadoni. I am married to Rev. Prayer Ken Obadoni. I am a nurse, BSO Lead. (Behavioural Support Ontario Lead) at Reachview Village, Uxbridge, ON. I attended Ziks Grammar School in Sapele, Delta State and later went on to the University of Benin in Edo State, Nigeria, where I studied Physical and Health Education. Additionally, I pursued studies in Developmental Service Work at Fleming College in Peterborough, ON, and Nursing in Durham College in Oshawa, ON.
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Growing up, I was passionate about education, sports, and community service. My love for volleyball propelled me to achieve great heights; I played for the then Bendel State Sports Council, presently Edo state and the Delta State Sports Council's Delta Force Volleyball Team. I was also part of the Delta Force team that won several championships across Nigeria and Africa. I captained the Delta Force junior volleyball team during the U-19 Africa elimination games in Mauritius and proudly represented Nigeria as team captain at the World Junior Championship in Saskatoon, Canada, in 1999.
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I have been living in Canada since 1999. As a dedicated community servant, I have been involved in various initiatives. Volunteering in Ontario Central Games for people with disabilities. Aiding individuals with developmental challenges
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I was a founding member and served as Public Relations Officer of the Itsekiri Association of Canada. Currently, I serve as the President of the association, continually committed to serving the Itsekiri Nation.
Jocelyn Eroro Edun-Tite
Vice President
Jocelyn is a Social worker by profession having obtained a Master degree in the field. Since joining the organization in 2011, she has served in various leadership and support roles, including Secretary, Financial Secretary, and as an active member of the picnic and community event planning committee, among others. Jocelyn is deeply committed to advancing Itsekiri causes and takes pride in sharing her Itsekiri heritage wherever she goes. Her passion for community, culture, and service continues to shine through in all she does.
Dorcas Oti Adodo
Treasurer
Dorcas has been a business owner since 2017. She obtained a diploma in Policing and a degree in Criminal Justice and Investigation.  She joined the Itsekiri association in 2010. She is proud to be among the Itsekiris in Canada.
Tosanwumi Godwin Okutele
PRO
"Tosanwumi is a skilled offshore construction professional and devoted parent, pasionate about family, community, and promoting the rich itsekiri culture everywhere he goes."
Eyinsan Agbeyegbe
Secretary
Eyinsan is a Tax Expert and the former Assistant Secretary in the last exco, with degrees in Business Administration from 2 Toronto Universities. He has been a member of the association for a few years now and is fond of the annual events undertaken by the association.
