LAUTECH Alumni Association, Oyo State Chapter Holds Peaceful Elections, Ushers in New Executive Committee

July 13, 2024

The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Alumni Association, Oyo State Chapter, held its highly anticipated election on Saturday, July 13th, 2024 at the Senior Service Club in Total Garden, Ibadan. 

The gathering was marked by a serene and beautiful atmosphere as members of the association came together to elect their new set of executives.

Despite the unavoidable absence of the global president, Hon. Olalekan Badmus, the event was ably presided over by the Vice President (South), Hon. Ojo Olayemi Abolade, who also serves as the Chairman of the Unification Committee of the Oyo State Chapter. In his opening remarks, Hon. Abolade expressed gratitude to the members for their sacrifices and delivered the goodwill message from the President.

The electoral process was overseen by the Chairperson of the Electoral Committee, Mrs. Funmi Alli Kayode, who called forth the names of the aspiring candidates. The offices of Vice Chairman, General Secretary, Assistant General Secretary, Financial Secretary, Public Relations Officer, Social Directors, Welfare Officer, and Auditor were all filled with unopposed candidates.

The highlight of the event was the race for the Chairmanship position, which saw two contenders - Mr. Abiodun Adelekan and Mr. Mayowa Eyitayo. During the manifesto presentation, Mr. Mayowa Eyitayo graciously stepped down, paving the way for the emergence of Mr. Abiodun Adelekan, also known as "Sirius," as the new Chairman of the association.

On behalf of the congress, Mr. Ayomide Babalola, aka "Flow," expressed gratitude to Mr. Mayowa Eyitayo for his selfless sacrifice, and also acknowledged the contributions of past leaders of the association. Mr. Bunmi Arise, representing the Electoral Committee, also thanked the members for their unwavering support and commitment.

The newly elected executives were then sworn in by the Chairperson, Mrs. Funmi Alli Kayode, in the presence of the Global Executives, Vice President (South), Financial Secretary, and the Secretary of the Unification Committee.

In his acceptance speech, the newly elected Vice Chairman, on behalf of the Chairman, Mr. Abiodun Adelekan, assured the members that the new regime will work tirelessly for the growth, development, and success of the association and its members.

The full list of the newly elected executives and their respective portfolios is as follows:

Mr. Abiodun Adelekan - Chairman

Mr. Adetunji Adekunle - Vice Chairman

Mr. Tobi Akintunde - General Secretary

Miss Adedoyin Adelodun - Assistant General Secretary

Mrs. Oluwabunmi John - Financial Secretary

Mr. Inaolaji Akinloye - Public Relations Officer

Mr. Alimi Akeem - Social Director 1

Mrs. Fatimah Akinyoade - Social Director 2

Mrs. Abosede Olagoke - Welfare Officer

Mr. Moses Bolanle - Auditor

The LAUTECH Alumni Association, Oyo State Chapter, is now poised to embark on a new chapter of unity, progress, and success under the leadership of the newly elected executive committee.