Tikhir tribe on September 30, became affiliated to the Eastern Nagaland Peoples’ Union Mokokchung (ENPUM) during an affiliation programme at ENPUM treasurer’s residence.
In a press release, ENPUM stated the event was attended by all the leaders of the six federating units of ENPUM, its students’ wing ENSUM, ENWO Mokokchung, ENCF Mokokchung and representatives from Tikhir tribe.
In the welcome address, ENPUM president Y. Among Yimkhiung remarked that the affiliation was an added strength to achieve the noble causes, which the union had remained constantly committed to. He also encouraged the gathering to work in unison and in the true spirit of brotherhood.
Short speeches were also delivered by ENWO Mokokchung president Mendang Mokokchung Chang Union president Chubakhumba and Apong Thongliu, representative from the Tikhir tribe.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by ENPUM general secretary Kushem, invocation was offered by Konyak Baptist Church Mokokchung youth director Moba Wanlang while pastor and president of ENCF Mokokchung, Jeeseha offered a dedicatory prayer for the new affiliate.
