The Edo State Sawmillers Association has elected a new Executive Council to pilot its affairs, with Julius Adun Kabaka emerging as President following a keenly contested election.
The rancor-free election took place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Egor on Siluko Road, Benin City, where members turned out in large numbers to choose their leaders.
Conducted by the Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr. Ogbomo Sunday, in line with the body’s electoral guidelines, Kabaka polled a majority of 49 lawful votes to secure the presidency.
His closest contender, Mrs. Roseline Ogbemudia, scored 39 votes to emerge as Vice President.
Other officers elected to key positions include Agbonayinma Mavis as Secretary with 33 votes, Madam Rose Alede as Treasurer with 42 votes.
Osawaru Okundia won the position of Public Relations Officer with 43 votes, while Davis Edobor Ighodaro emerged the Financial Secretary after securing 41 lawful votes cast.
The election exercise was witnessed by the outgoing President, Comrade Friday Aiguokhian, along with eight zonal leaders and association members.
Highpoint of the event was the formal handover ceremony from Comrade Aiguokhian to the newly elected leadership team headed by Kabaka.
Speaking after the exercise, Aiguokhian expressed satisfaction with the process, describing it as peaceful, transparent, and fair.
He commended members for their participation and cooperation, emphasizing that unity and democratic principles remain vital to sustaining the association.
In his acceptance remarks, the newly elected President expressed appreciation to members for their confidence and support.
He acknowledged the responsibility entrusted to the new leadership and assured members of his commitment to working alongside the Executive Council and zonal leaders to advance the association’s goals.
Kabaka also called for continued unity and collective participation to tackle the challenges facing sawmill operators and strengthen the industry across Edo State.
The successful election marks a new chapter for the Edo State Sawmillers Association as the new team assumes office with a mandate to promote member welfare and drive
growth within the sector.
