The University of Lagos (UNILAG) Alumni Association has been reconstituted to achieve greater advancements. This is coming on the heels of the election of new National Executive Council (NEC) members at the 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at the Tayo Aderinokun Hall, UNILAG, on Sunday, December 15, 2024.

The election, which was part of the AGM confirmed Engr Ifeoluwa Oyedele, FNSE, FAEng, re-elected to steer the Alumni affairs for the next two years as President (Wordwide). The AGM, attended by alumni members, both physically and virtually, also served as the inauguration ceremony for the 15 new NEC members tasked with running the affairs of the UNILAG Alumni Association.

According to a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Mrs Funmi Falobi, the unveiling of the new NEC was sequel to the submission of the reports of the search and electoral committees, respectively, noting that the search committee which had Dr John Momoh, OON, NPoM, as Chairman, produced officers for the position of National President (worldwide), the Vice President 1 and National Secretary, while the electoral Committee, which was chaired by Asiwaju Dr Michael Olawale-Cole, CON, MFR , supervised the elections of officers for other positions.

The statement noted that while the tenure of the National President, Vice President 1, National Publicity Secretary and National Social Secretary was renewed, other members of the NEC assumed new roles.

The 15-member 2024-2026 UNILAG Alumni national officers include Engr IfeOluwa Oyedele, FNSE, FAEng, President (Worldwide); Chief (Dr) Bala Yesufu, National Vice President 1; Mr Lekan Ajisafe, National Vice President 2; Barr Bayo Osikoya, FCIArb, National Secretary; Mr Olumide Akinola, National Assistant Secretary; Mr Abayomi Owoeye – National Treasurer;  Mr. Adeyemi Ayadi – National Internal Auditor; Mrs Yetunde Moriamo Shitu, National Financial Secretary; Prof Olugbenga Akingbehin, National Legal Adviser;  Mr Francis Shonubi, National Social Secretary and Mrs Funmi Falobi, National Publicity Secretary.

The others are Mr.Tope Smart, Mr Olalekan Fatodu, Mr Bala Abdul and Dr Abdul Gbadamosi, who are to serve as National Ex-Officio Members.

In a remark sequel to the inauguration ceremony, the President (Worldwide), Engr. Ifeoluwa Oyedele, FNSE, FAEng, commended the Search and Electoral Committees for a job well done, while calling on Akokites home and abroad to become more involved in the Association in order to take it to greater heights.

“Your physical presence at the University of Lagos, as well as the attendance by online participants to be part of the AGM, demonstrates your unflinching support and trust in the administration as we strive to take our alma mater to greater heights. We extend our gratitude to the Search and Electoral Committees for a job well done in advancing the course of our association”, he said.

Appreciating the members for attending the AGM, he noted: “This remarkable turnout is a testament to the enduring spirit of excellence and unity that defines us as Akokites. Your enthusiasm and unwavering dedication are an inspiration for us to continue building on the solid foundation of our shared history.

“As the new tenure begins, we look forward to your cooperation, support, and constructive feedback that will spur our association to greater advancements”, he said.

Edited by Sanmi Falobi © Socialdevelopmentnews.com