NASME Delta Chapter Visits Asaba Monarch, Seeks Collaboration For Empowerment Initiatives

THE Delta State Chapter of the Nigerian Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME), led by Chairperson Lady Judith Ojevwe Nwachukwu, paid a courtesy visit to HRM Asagba Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge at his palace on 8 November 2025.

Lady Judith congratulated the monarch on his first coronation anniversary, wishing him long life, wisdom, and good health. She also presented NASME’s mission, objectives, and membership benefits, requesting the monarch’s support in collaboration, membership registration, provision of a furnished secretariat in Asaba, and his role as one of their Patrons and Royal Fathers in Delta State.

HRM Asagba Azinge warmly received the team, recalling his previous engagements with NASME during his tenure as Director-General of NIALS. He also congratulated Lady Judith on completing her first year as NASME Delta Chairperson.

Highlighting empowerment initiatives through the Asaba Welfare and Endowment Committee, the monarch urged NASME to work closely with the palace on upcoming programs, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing indigenes in all local initiatives.

He encouraged Lady Judith to continue her leadership with excellence, assuring her of blessings from Ani Ahaba for her and her team’s efforts in supporting small and medium enterprises in the community.