Cross section of members who attended and voted at the election meeting are below.

Moreover, in the electoral meeting held at Lulli Lulli Hotel, Pretoria, Richard Usen defeated his opponent David Nkanang to become the new president of the organisation. He has the mandate to lead the organisation for the next one year subject to re-election provision of the constitution.

In his acceptance speech after the election, Richard thanked members for the confidence reposed on him by the members to lead the organisation for next one year as the President. He reiterated his commitment to uphold the constitution of the organisation and identify with yearning of its members. He promised to reposition the organisation as a credible organisation both in South Africa and Akwa Ibom State. He promised to show case the organisation at home and abroad.

During his tenure according to him, the organisation will resume its pride place in the committee of Akwa Ibom in the diaspora.  He expressed desire to fashion programmes for our children born in South Africa to be familiar with the culture and language of Akwa Ibom

His pet project also includes initiating investment schemes for Akwa Ibom Indigenes in South Africa and sourcing sponsors to buy into these ideas. He also stated his unflinching support for the Government of  Akwa Ibom State and promised to liaise with agencies in Government to foster development and progress in Akwa Ibom State.

He promised to set a Trust Fund as a vehicle to incubate the business ideas and resources of Akwa Ibom people in South Africa. He also promised to reach out to other Akwa Ibom indigenes in South Africa who are yet to identify with the organisation and those other members in other cities in South Africa. During his tenure, students will also receive assistance in accessing funding opportunity here and at home (Akwa Ibom State).

Members of the organisation including past president and other well meaning individuals congratulated and wish him and his cabinet well.