About UBAANA
Supporting the University of Benin since 2004
Fostering a Progressive Network Among Alumni
The University of Benin Alumni Association North America (UBAANA) is a non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to fostering a progressive network among graduates of the University of Benin residing in North America.
We are committed to supporting our alma mater through campus development projects, scholarships, mentorship programs, and community outreach — while building lasting bonds among alumni across the United States and Canada.
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The Golden 12
In August 2005, a group of UNIBEN alumnae organized a ladies-only gathering in the New York Metro area. This intimate event sparked an idea: what if all UNIBEN graduates in North America could come together?
On October 15, 2005, twelve courageous women held a test-run meeting that would change everything. These founding mothers — forever known as the Golden 12 — are:
Tonia Ajao, Judith Giwa-Amu, Ngozi Abili, Toyin Enahoro, Yeta Eweka, Margaret Adubor, Bolanle Uduebo, Sarah Uzamere, Ngozi Ezeihuaku, Omozuwa Etokhana, Adesuwa Uzamere, Stella Aduba
Their vision came to full fruition on June 3, 2006, when the first large reunion was held at the Sheraton Hotel in Parsippany, New Jersey. By November 2006, UBAANA was officially founded as a registered organization.
Twenty years and nineteen reunions later, UBAANA stands over 1,000 members strong — a testament to the vision of twelve extraordinary women.