The Association of Campus Journalists, Obafemi Awolowo University (ACJOAU), inaugurated its 52nd Executive Council on Friday, July 26th, 2024.
The inauguration of the 52nd Administration of the Association of Campus Journalists OAU, took place after the dissolution of the 51st Administration led by Gbolahan Latinwo.
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In his farewell message, the erstwhile President of the Association, Gbolahan Latinwo appreciated members of the 51st Executive Council for their cooperation and teamwork spirit that made the administration a successful one. Furthermore, he appreciated the members of the association for their support and also encouraged them to continue to give their support in full to the 52nd Administration.
The Chairman of the Electoral, Adekunle Famuyiwa commended the members of the Electoral Committee for their efforts in conducting a free and fair election. He thereby led the elected members of the Executive council of the association in saying their oath of service and also swore them in as members of the Executive council.
Olabode Oluwafemi, the 52nd President of the Association of Campus Journalists, a 400-level student of political science who also served as the Public Relations Officer in the 51st administration, gave his inaugural speech and appreciated the previous administration for a job well done.
In his speech, the President assured members of the association that this new administration will uphold the legacy of the previous administration. ‘ACJOAU is in good hands’, he said.
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Other members who were inaugurated are:
Vice President: Olatimehin Esther
Chairman, Guild of Editors: Adeniran Tolulope
General Secretary: Sharon Amosu
Public Relations Officer: Ogunlade David
Financial Secretary: Ojegbola Mercy
and Assistant General Secretary: Ogunwale Matthew
Awards of Excellence and Certificates were also presented afterwards to celebrate and appreciate members of the association for their outstanding performances during the 2022/2023 Academic Session and efforts in covering events and writing reports.
The winner and runner-ups of the Adejumo Kabir Essay contest were also announced at the dinner.
Winner: Adesua Kehinde
First Runner-up: Akanni Godspraise
Second Runner-up: Ogunwale Matthew