A new executive council has been inaugurated to steer the affairs of the National Association of Women Academics (NAWACS), Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere-Ekiti (BOUESTI) Chapter, for the next two years.
The inauguration marked a smooth transition of leadership as the outgoing executives formally handed over the mantle of responsibility to the newly elected officers, ushering in a new era of purposeful leadership and service.
The newly inaugurated executive members are Dr. Morenike Ajayi as President, Dr. Omowumi Olaseinde as Vice President, Dr. Busayo Olanipekun as General Secretary, Dr. Mosun Olalegan as Assistant General Secretary, Dr. Stella Akinyede as Treasurer, Mrs. Ayobami Agboola as Financial Secretary, and Dr. Omowumi Lawal as Public Relations Officer.
In her valedictory address, the immediate past President, Prof. Ibitola Makinde, expressed profound appreciation to members for their staunch support, cooperation and commitment throughout her tenure. She attributed the successes recorded during her administration to the collective dedication of members in advancing the ideals and objectives of the association.
Prof. Makinde congratulated the newly inaugurated executive council and charged its members to justify the confidence reposed in them by providing visionary leadership, consolidating on existing achievements, and promoting peace, innovation and excellence in the affairs of the association.
She also urged members to continue to give their maximum support to the new leadership to ensure the sustained growth, unity, and relevance of NAWACS.
In her inaugural address, the new President, Dr. Morenike Ajayi, expressed heartfelt appreciation to members for the confidence placed in her and her team. She pledged to provide purposeful, transparent, and inclusive leadership that would advance the association’s vision and strengthen its impact within the University community.
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Dr. Ajayi assured members of her commitment to initiating programmes that would promote research, mentorship, professional development, and the welfare of women academics. She called on members to embrace unity, teamwork and shared responsibility, stressing that collective commitment would be crucial to achieving the mission and aspirations of the association.
The inauguration ceremony featured the administration of the oath of office, the formal presentation of the newly elected executive council and goodwill messages from members, who expressed optimism that the new leadership would build on the solid foundation laid by its predecessors.
