By Osaro Matthew

The Association of Campus Journalists at the University of Benin held its election on the evening of Thursday, September 14, 2023. The election, conducted via WhatsApp, was overseen by the chairman of the five-member electoral committee, in accordance with Part 4, Section 1, Subsection 1 of the Association’s constitution.

The election commenced promptly at 7 pm, with candidates, members, and outgoing executives in attendance.

The following candidates vied for different positions:

Odabi Collins – President (Approved)
Osaro Matthew – Vice President (Approved)
Ayomide Oyinlola – Secretary General (Approved)
Owobu Maureen Amenawhow – Financial Secretary (Approved)
Melissa Ese Etinosa – Director of Welfare (Approved)
P.R.O – Vacant

CJ Gift Ukadikebuazua, the chairman of the electoral committee, informed all members of a last minute interchange of candidacy positions, specifically the welfare and secretary general positions. Since all candidates running for executive positions were unopposed, they were required to present their manifestos to the assembly and share a copy in the group chat for further analysis and critique. The candidates provided detailed responses to questions posed by the outgoing Secretary General, CJ Jeremiah.

In the one-hour long meeting, the approved candidates were sworn in as the new executive team of the Association of Campus Journalists at the University of Benin, following the procedures outlined in Schedule II of the Association’s constitution. CJ Odabi Collins, who retained his position as president, delivered a speech reassuring members of the commitment to rectifying past mistakes and providing inclusive leadership for a better future for the association.

The chairman introduced the newly inaugurated executive members to all association members as the meeting concluded.

Odabi Collins Victory – President
Osaro Matthew – Vice President
Ayomide Oyinlola – Director of Welfare
Owobu Maureen Amenawhow – Financial Secretary
Melissa Ese Etinosa – Assistant Secretary General
Congratulations! 🎉🎉

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