The Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has elected new executive officers following a peaceful and well-attended state election held on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Members of the Nigeria Police Force and the Directorate of State Security Service (DSS) were on hand to ensure a peaceful election.
Announcing the results, the National Vice President of NUJ (Zone B), Princess Ronke Afebioye Samo, commended security agencies and union members for their cooperation and orderly conduct throughout the process.
She noted that 360 journalists were accredited for the election, which featured contests for the positions of chairman, vice chairman, secretary, and treasurer.
She said, “There is no loser because we all belong to the same camp. I appreciate the members for their support, patience, maturity, and peaceful conduct. God will help the incoming officers to go beyond what Demola has done. He has raised the bar in Oyo Council.”
According to her, Akeem Abass emerged winner of the chairmanship position with 143 votes, defeating Raji Adebayo, who secured 118 votes, and Oladapo Olusola, who polled 59 votes.
For the position of Vice Chairman, Abiodun Atilola won with 205 votes, ahead of Nwakwo Samuel, who had 112 votes.
Temidayo Adu was elected secretary with 166 votes, while Adeniji Olamide polled 149 votes.
For the treasurer, Morenikeji Moses won with 173 votes, defeating Khalid Umran, who garnered 140 votes.
Following the announcement, legal practitioner Jelili Oladeinde Oladimeji administered the oath of office to the newly elected chairman, after which Abass swore in the other elected officers.
Responding, Abass expressed gratitude to members for entrusting him with the leadership of the council.
He said, “I deeply appreciate the confidence you have placed in me through your votes. The victory is for all journalists in Oyo State who believe in unity, progress, and a vibrant NUJ”, describing the election as free, fair, and credible.
He pledged fairness, transparency, and dedication in his leadership.
“I will work with every chapel, stakeholder, and colleague to build the council we all desire, driven by welfare, professionalism, and respect for all. There is no winner or loser. We are all family bound by the sacred duty of journalism,” he said.
Abass also declared “a state of emergency on professionalism,” promising full implementation of the programmes outlined in his manifesto as he begins his tenure.
