Farmer Aluko Elected NASME Ondo Chairman, Commits to Unity and Enterprise Development
Farmer Aluko Elected NASME Ondo Chairman, Commits to Unity and Enterprise Development
….Sets New Agenda for Small Business Growth….
The Nigeria Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME), Ondo State Chapter, has elected a new executive council to lead the association, with Farmer Aluko Oluwafemi Emmanuel emerging as the State Chairman during the association’s Annual General Meeting (AGM).
The keenly contested election, held on Friday, July 30, 2026, attracted members and stakeholders from across Ondo State, underscoring the growing relevance of the association in promoting entrepreneurship and supporting the development of small and medium scale enterprises.
Alongside Farmer Aluko, Akinpelu Gabriel Mobolaji was elected as Vice Chairman, Adaramola Olusegun as General Secretary, Alabi Isaiah Sunday as Treasurer, Akinluyi Oluwatosin as Youth Coordinator, Mrs. Olarenwaju Ifeoluwa as State Women Coordinator, and Fayemimo Opeyemi Richard as Publicity Secretary.
Following the inauguration of the new executive council, Farmer Aluko expressed appreciation to members for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to build on the achievements of the outgoing administration.
He said his leadership would focus on strengthening the association, fostering unity among members, expanding opportunities for small and medium scale enterprises, and positioning NASME Ondo State as a stronger voice for entrepreneurs in the state.
He also assured members of an inclusive administration that would prioritize innovation, capacity building, effective advocacy, transparency, accountability, and sustainable business growth.
According to him, empowering small and medium scale enterprises remains essential to job creation, economic development, and wealth generation across Ondo State.
The emergence of the new leadership marks the beginning of a fresh chapter for the association as members look forward to greater collaboration with government institutions, development partners, financial institutions, and the private sector to create more opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Stakeholders expressed optimism that the newly elected executive council would strengthen NASME’s advocacy role, improve access to business support programmes and funding opportunities, and implement initiatives that will enhance the growth, competitiveness, and sustainability of small and medium scale enterprises across Ondo State.
