The Akure Branch of the Old Students Association of Akure Secondary Commercial School has been formally inaugurated, with new executive officers elected to steer the affairs of the branch.
The newly inaugurated officers are: Pastor Oladele Omolafe – Chairman; Surveyor Kehinde Obateteru – First Vice Chairman; Mary Ojogbeje – Second Vice Chairman; and Oba Morayo Omolade – Secretary General. Others include Kehinde Egunjobi – Assistant Secretary; Titilayo Agunloye – Treasurer; Ambassador Bukola Oluwabusola – Public Relations Officer; Ogunmola Ogunleye – Welfare Secretary; and Ayodeji Salami – Auditor.
The officers emerged through a consensus arrangement and were unanimously accepted by members.
Speaking during the inauguration, the National President of the association, Prince Adebisi Adeniyi, who led other national officers to the event, said the new executives were carefully chosen for their dedication and selfless contributions, particularly during the school’s 60th anniversary celebration.
He emphasized that despite the consensus process, the association remains democratic and inclusive, as members are free to contest positions in future elections.
Adeniyi explained that the formation of branches was part of efforts to unite old students and mobilize support for the development of their alma mater. He urged the new executives to prioritize the construction of the alumni building, describing it as a legacy project deserving urgent attention. He also disclosed that a bank account had been opened in the association’s name and that the anniversary account had been duly audited.
In his acceptance speech, the new branch chairman, Pastor Oladele Omolafe, expressed gratitude for the confidence reposed in the executives and pledged their commitment to delivering tangible results. He called for unity, cooperation, and active participation from members to move the association forward.
Goodwill messages at the event emphasized the need for teamwork and regular engagement among members. One of the highlights was the presentation of the 60th anniversary financial report to the new chairman.
