By Okuns Promise Bukola
The National Association for Delta State Students (NADESSTU), University of Benin conducted its elections on Wednesday, November 29th, 2023. Initially scheduled to precede the Student Union Government Election, the elections were later postponed until after the SUG elections had taken place. The candidates in the political race demonstrated true sportsmanship, diligently conducting their personal campaigns while adhering to the rules and refraining from underhanded efforts to undermine their opponents.
The election, which occurred at Ugbowo and Ekehuan campuses respectively, was considered free and fair, unaffected by external influences. Students gathered at the designated locations to cast their votes and awaited the results patiently. The candidates for the presidency included Benedict Nduka-Oto Otu, Eyeoyagha Perezide Perez, and Samson Chukwuebuke Christian. Benedict Nduka-Oto Otu emerged as the winner and President-elect.
For the Vice President position, Ogheneruno Ogheneruru and Unique Jesurome Egbu were contenders. Miss Ogheneruno Ogheneruru emerged victorious, securing the title of Vice President. The Secretary-General position had two contenders, Ephraim Oritsemolagbemi Bomi-Dore and Eziefakaegho Ewere Nwaham, with Mr. Ephraim Oritsemolagbemi Bomi-Dore declared the winner.
The Assistant Secretary-General position was claimed by Ekpewru Ejouwokoghene Merit. Agarry Raphael Oghenekaro ran unopposed for DOS, winning with 534 votes. Oghenekaro Raphael Ogbotu became the Director of Finance-elect, Samuel Doubrah the Treasurer-elect, Chidinma Chukwuma the PRO, and Chukwudi Emmanuel ran unopposed for Assistant PRO, winning with 541 votes. Esumei Nkem Matilda emerged as the newly elected WHIP. Odigwe Sunday Azubuike was declared the new DOS, and Victoria Ogheneruaegba Oyibo became the Director of Welfare of the association.
Members of the association appeared pleased with the election outcome and dispersed peacefully to their respective locations. All is well that ends well, and we extend our best wishes to the newly elected executive of NADESSTU for a happy and peaceful tenure as they are sworn in to fulfill their obligations.