Shield Cooperative Society of FUOYE elects new executive team
The Shield Cooperative Society of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has elected a new executive team to lead the society for the next two years. The election, held recently at the university’s Security Unit, saw a strong turnout and was described as peaceful and competitive.
Comrade Raphael Ogusakin was elected President with 37 votes, narrowly defeating his closest rival, who secured 32 votes. Other elected officers include Vice President, Mrs Olarewaju Augustina Bunmi; General Secretary, Mr Akinyemi Gbenga; Treasurer, Comrade Wale Omowaye; Public Relations Officer, Dr Ndubusi; and Ex-Officio, Comrade Oyeleye Samuel.
Announcing the results, Electoral Committee Chairman Comrade Arise Olaiya praised members for orderly participation and described the election as “free, fair, credible, and transparent.”
In his acceptance speech, Ogusakin pledged to prioritise transparency, members’ welfare, and the digitalisation of cooperative operations. Vice President Bunmi is committed to working with the team to further elevate society.
Outgoing President Mrs Mercy Sasere, who did not seek re-election, highlighted achievements during her tenure, including a tripling of monthly deductions and a membership increase from 100 to over 300. She urged the incoming team to sustain transparency and build on the society’s progress.
Members expressed optimism that the new leadership would consolidate achievements and drive further development.
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