The Education Students’ Association of Nigeria (ESAN) has inaugurated its new leadership, marking the beginning of a new era for the association. The inauguration ceremony took place at the Students’ Union Building (SUB) TV Room of Obafemi Awolowo University on 19th September 2024.
Professor T.O Bello, Dean of the Faculty of Education, along with members of the association and was-wishers, were in attendance.
The newly elected executives, who were chosen through a transparent and credible process, are as follows:
- Adelakun Damilola (Damscod) as President
- Pentirin Blessing Aderonke as Vice President
- Akinade Abayomi Emmanuel as General Secretary
- Akinibi Ahmed Oluwatunmise as Assistant General Secretary
- Ogunleye James Israel as Financial Secretary
- Adewumi Adesewa as Welfare Director
- Ayeleru Michealla Temiloluwa as Director of Socials
- Adebayo Malik Adekunle as Director of Sports
- Adewoye Mubaraq Adebisi as Public Relations Officer
- Shentimmah Samuel as Librarian
- Joy Grace as Treasurer
In his inaugural address, Adelakun Damilola, ESAN President, themed it as “Empowering Minds, Transforming Futures.”
“I am deeply honoured to address the distinguished members of the Education Students’ Association of Nigeria (ESAN) OAU Chapter. Today marks the commencement of a journey towards excellence, unity, and progress, as we proudly uphold the prestigious title of the ‘Mother of all Faculties in Great Ife.’
Also, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to every one of you who has graciously supported me and the shared vision we hold for ESAN. Your unwavering belief in our collective mission has been the cornerstone of our success, and I am truly grateful for the trust bestowed upon me to guide our organization toward a brighter future.
ESAN OAU Chapter stands as a beacon of academic distinction and leadership, revered as the cornerstone of our esteemed faculty. It is incumbent upon us to honour the legacy of our predecessors and to embrace the responsibility that accompanies our esteemed position as the Mother of all Faculties in Great Ife.
In addition, as we reflect on the unique qualities that define us as members of ESAN, I implore each of us to champion a cause that will uplift our beloved association and leave an indelible mark on our community. We, the Central Executives, serve as mere representatives of a larger body comprising approximately 3,000 students. Individually, we may not be the epitome of perfection, but collectively, we possess the potential to rise above as first among equals and lead ESAN to unprecedented heights.
The mantle of leadership bestowed upon us today is not one to be borne in solitude. It is through our unified efforts and collective commitment that we can truly affect meaningful change. Let us unite in purpose and inscribe a legacy for ESAN that transcends time, leaving an enduring imprint upon the lives of all whom we touch and the annals of this esteemed institution.
Finally, I express my profound gratitude for the privilege of serving as your President. With your unwavering support and dedication, I am confident that together, we can achieve greatness that will resonate through the corridors of ESAN and beyond.”