DeltaState Butchers Union

Empowering Professional Butchers

WHY JOIN DSBU?

The Delta State Butchers Union is committed to elevating the butchery profession and supporting our members every step of the way.

United Community

Join a thriving community of professional butchers across Delta State, working together for mutual growth and success.

Professional Standards

Maintain the highest standards of quality and professionalism in the meat processing industry.

Business Support

Access resources, training, and support to grow your butchery business and improve your craft.

Economic Growth

Contribute to Delta State's economy while securing better opportunities for all members.

READY TO JOIN OUR PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY?

Become part of Delta State's premier butchers association and take your business to the next level.

Inauguration Day

A historic moment marking the beginning of a new era for butchers in Delta State

Grand Opening Ceremony

Official inauguration of DSBU with distinguished guests and stakeholders

Comr. Peter C. Onuoha during the Inauguration in 2019

Unity Celebration

Members from across Delta State gathering in solidarity and brotherhood

DSBU Executive Council during the inauguration ceremony

Future Vision

Charting the course for excellence and prosperity in our profession

Key stakeholders at the historic signing ceremony

Reliving the historic moments that shaped our union's foundation and future

DSBU Members On Artisanship Day ( July 10, 2025 )

Honoring the skill, dedication, and craftsmanship of our butchery professionals

Members of DSBU in their multitudes (PIC 1)

Members of DSBU in their multitudes (PIC 2)

Our Able Chairman, Mr. Peter Chukwuemeka .O with the union's facecap

Men & women from different zones of DSBU at the event

Group photo with members of DSBU

Members of DSBU in their multitudes (PIC 3)

Members of DSBU in their multitudes (PIC 4)

The Butcher's Union high table, designated by the 'isi efi' (Cow Head)

Glamorous group photo with DSBU members & excos

Who Are We? BUTCHERS!!!

Skill transfer to younger generation

Grand finale celebrations

The Artisans Day is a special occasion where we celebrate the heart and soul of our union - the skilled butchers who work tirelessly to provide quality meat products to our communities. Their craftsmanship and dedication are the foundation of our success and the preservation of our cultural heritage in meat processing and butchery arts.

Who Are We?

Hear from our members about the pride and passion behind our profession

Butchers!

Proud craftsmen serving Delta State with excellence

16710+

Active Members

25+

Local Chapters

24+

Years of Excellence

Our Constitution

We the members of Delta State Butchers Union (DSBU), an affiliate to National Butchers Union of Nigeria (NBUN), and National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANTs), having firmly and solemnly resolved to live in unity and harmony as one indivisible, and indissoluble body (union) under God dedicated to the promotion of peace, co-operation and understanding.

And to provide for a constitution for the purpose of promoting the good governance and welfare of all our members around the state, and for the purpose of consolidating the unity of our members ensuring the guarantee of their welfare, promotion of security, creation of abattoirs and infrastructural development for smooth operation of meat and livestock business in Delta State.

Aims & Objectives

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Governance & Welfare

•To promote peace, order and good governance whose primary responsibility shall be the welfare and security of all members
•Founded on the principle of freedom, equality and justice

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Socio-Economic Development

•To achieve and promote socio-economic life of members and the public
•To engage in both wholesale and retail market operations across the country

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Government Collaboration

•To promote good working relationship with federal, state and local government agencies
•Collaboration with ministries of agriculture, health, environment, commerce and industry

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Unity & Operations

•To promote the unity of all butchers, meat sellers and abattoir workers in Delta State
•To provide infrastructural amenities for abattoir development and smooth livestock business operations

Our Gallery

A visual journey through our union's milestones and memorable moments

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The caretaker committee chairman who conducted our election/swearing in and hand over ( apostle Samuel odidi idomi). As compelled by Delta high court in a consent judgment

2019

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Meeting/introduction of the newly elected state executive of Delta state butchers union (DSBU) to the commissioner of agriculture Delta

2019

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During the induction ceremony of the DSBU chairman, Mr. Peter O. Chukwuemeka into office January 15th 2023

2023

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Introduction /familiarization of the newly elected state executive of national butchers union of Nigeria Delta State chapter, to the commissioner for agriculture and natural resources Delta state, hon, Ada Val 12th November 2024

2021

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Hon, Henry sakpra, first inducted patron of the union, March 16th 2016

2016

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(from right ) The DSBU Chairman, Mr. Peter O, Chukwuemeka and Hon. Solomon Ighrakpata, chairman Delta State board of internal revenue.

2022

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Induction ceremony of hon, Solomon ighrakpata, chairman Delta State board of internal revenue into the second patron of the union August 6th 2024

2024

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(from right) DSBU chairman, Mr. Peter O. Chukwuemeka, Hon. Solomon Ighrakpata, chairman Delta State board of internal revenue and The First Patron of the union, Dcn. David Iteje Akusu (JP)

2024

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Hon, Solomon ighrakpata, chairman Delta State board of internal revenue and second inducted patron of the union

2024

Preserving our history through moments that matter

Our Leader

Mr. Peter Onuoha Chukwuemeka

Chairman, DSBU

"The Delta State Butchers Union represents more than just a profession – it embodies our commitment to excellence, unity, and the economic empowerment of our members. Together, we are building a legacy of professionalism and prosperity that will benefit generations to come."

"As we continue to grow and strengthen our union, I am proud of every member who contributes to our collective success. Our unity is our strength, and our dedication to quality craftsmanship sets us apart. Let us move forward with determination and pride."

Vision

Leading Delta State's butchery industry to new heights of excellence and professionalism

Mission

Empowering our members through unity, training, and collective growth opportunities

Leadership Commitment

Dedicated to serving the butchery community with integrity, transparency, and a forward-thinking approach to industry challenges and opportunities.

Our Journey

A timeline of growth, achievements, and milestones that define our union's progress

2015

Abbatoir Management Seminar

One day seminar on abattoir management and meat handling organized for members of national butchers union of Nigeria (NBUN) Delta State chapter by the ministry of agriculture and natural resources in collaboration with ministry of health and environment Delta state, chaired by hon, austine chikezie, commissioner of agriculture and natural recourses in asaba may 15th 2015.

Paying rapt attention during the seminar session

2017

Visitation to Delta State Police Command

Deacon David iteje akusu (JP) elected State chairman DSBU March 2nd 2017, and Chief toju Gabriel awala (BOT chairman DSBU) lead some members of the exco for visit/familiarization to commissioner for police Delta State command asaba

familiarization visit to Delta State police command

2017

Induction of Hon. Henry Sakpra as First Patron DSBU

Induction ceremony of hon, Henry sakpra commissioner for special duties government house Delta State as the first patron DSBU

Induction ceremony of Hon. Henry Sakpra as First Patron DSBU

2017

Union Inauguration

Hon, festus ochonogo, the senior political adviser to Dr. Arthur ifeanyi okowa, governor of Delta State, addressing members of DSBU during the inauguration the union at cenotaph asaba June 17th 2017.

NBUN President

the ayobahan of benin kingdom

Inducted: -nil-

Current Executive Council serving from 2024 - 2027