From AMEDU JOSEPH, Lokoja
The University of Jos Alumni Association, Kogi State Chapter, recently, elected new officials that would pilot its affairs for the next two years.
Pharm. Samuel Omale emerged the new chairman of the association through affirmation during the association’s congress held in Lokoja,recently.
Other officers elected unopposed were: Matthew Sunday -Vice Chairman, Segun Medupin- General Secretary, Mrs Kowantan Moturayo -Treasurer, Salifu Moses -Financial Secretary, Anthony Awuya- Auditor, Adejoh Attah -Assistant Secretary, Bayo Akingbade -Welfare Director, Nuffi Tekaron -Public Relations Officer and Christine Onono -Deputy Public Relations Officer.
In his post-election speech, Pharm. Samuel Omale promised Inclusive administration that would give members a sense of belonging and boost their unity as one family. He promised that “Our leadership will be a purposeful one capable of moving the union forward. We will also embark on programmes that would boost the welfare of members and impact on their living standards.”
Dr. Jimmy Idama, immediate past chairman of the association, in his welcome address, tasked the incoming leadership to come up with innovative ideas that would enable the association to grow with ease.
“Endeavour to serve with humility, as well as making sacrifices that would benefit members at all times,” Idama adviced.
