Akinbo retains presidency as Abeokuta All Stars elect new officials
The All Stars Football Association, Abeokuta, successfully concluded its executive elections at Muda Lawal Stadium, Asero, on Saturday, March 28, 2025, resulting in the election of eight officials to steer the Association for the next three years.
The process, which ran from 10:00AM to 10:30AM, was marked by orderly voting and full compliance with the Association’s electoral guidelines.
Alhaji Salmon Akinbo retained his position as President after securing 46 votes, while Kayode Somide (Coca Cola) emerged as Vice President with 45 votes.
Opakunle Abayomi, also known as Opa, was elected General Secretary with 42 votes, and Gbenga Olalusi, known as Gbengene, won the post of Assistant General Secretary with 45 votes.
The Treasurer position was closely contested, with Samzdeen Sodiya securing 27 votes over Oludare Joseph’s 19. Olasunkanmi Igbin, known as Suko, was elected Financial Secretary with 44 votes.
In the Public Relations Officer category, three candidates had initially contested, but Oyedele Adekunle stepped down, leaving Martins Edemirukaye, known as Osuko, to win with 39 votes, while Lawrence Onadeko, known as Onos, lost after polling four votes. Abiodun Obayemi, known as Obasco, was elected to the Welfare portfolio with 32 votes following the withdrawal of Babatunde Odelana.
The elections were chaired by Bolaji Adisa, a former Nigeria international and Abiola Babes player, who ensured the integrity of the process as Adewale Adedokun, Director of Administration and Supply at the Ogun State Sports Council, monitored the proceedings.
All eight officials were declared winners and are set to assume full duties following a swearing-in ceremony scheduled for April 11, 2025.
The All Stars Football Association, Abeokuta, which serves as a social and sporting hub for retired footballers in Ogun State, relies on its Executive Committee to oversee regular training sessions, friendly matches, and initiatives that promote the well-being of its members.
The newly elected officials are expected to continue this work, reinforcing the Association’s role as a key stakeholder in the region’s sporting landscape.
