AKOKO YOUTH FORUM ELECTS NEW LEADERS AS COMRADE PIUS KOLE EMERGES PRESIDENT
The Akoko Youth Forum has elected Comrade Pius Kole as its new President following a peaceful and transparent election held over the weekend. Kole emerged victorious after securing 54 votes, defeating his opponent Adurewa Vincent, who polled 22 votes.
Delegates drawn from the four local government areas of Akoko participated in the exercise, which stakeholders described as one of the most orderly elections in the Forum’s recent history.
The Electoral Chairman, Kazeem Mohammed, commended the delegates for their maturity and peaceful conduct throughout the process. He noted that their decorum demonstrated a renewed commitment to youth unity and democratic values across Akoko land.
In his farewell remarks, the outgoing President, Akeju Blessing, described the election as “peaceful, transparent, and a model for youth organisations across the state.” He congratulated the winner and urged the new leadership to build on the achievements of the past administration.
President-elect Comrade Pius Kole, in his acceptance speech, expressed gratitude to the delegates for the confidence reposed in him. He promised to fulfill his campaign promises, strengthen youth participation in community development, and reposition the Forum for greater impact.
Kole assured members that his administration would focus on unity, empowerment programs, and constructive engagement with stakeholders across Akoko.
Other leaders elected include:
Vice President
Afe Oladimeji 80 votes
Ex officio Akoko North West
Salami Kemisola 80 votes
Organizing Secretary
Victor Olubunmi 80 votes
Public Relations Officer
Olotu Tobi 80 votes
Ayodele Blessing
Welfare Director 80 votes
Special Duties
Awe Sunday 52 votes
Ex officio Akoko South East
Omojola John 63 votes
Auditor General 1
Adams Mubarak 80 votes
Social Director
Ibrahim Bashir 80 votes
Ex officio Akoko South West
Aladetoyinbo Emmanuel 80 votes
Assistant General Secretary
Adelabu Jeremiah 66 votes
Ex officio Akoko South East
Busari Olalekan 52 votes
Auditor 2
Hamiza Jamiu 80 votes
Treasurer
Ilekura Alex 80 votes
Ex officio Akoko North East
Abimbola Olufunsho
Sport Director
Alamurin James 53 votes
Director of Women affairs
Musa Sekinat 66 votes
Financial Secretary
Aremo Oluwatosin 80 votes
General Secretary
Eyinju Olasunkanmi 53 votes
