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Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro Hosts District Governor, Rotarian Lanre Adedoyin, Awards Scholarship to 15 Students

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Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro hosts District Governor Lanre Adedoyin, awards scholarships to 15 students, inducts new members, and supports Rotary Foundation

The Rotary Club of Ikoyi Metro played host to the newly installed District Governor of Rotary International District 9112, Rtn. Lanre Adedoyin, during its fellowship meeting held at the BWC Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

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Also read: Adedoyin, Rotary District 9112 Governor’s Role to Begin with ‘Unite for Good’ Mandate

Accompanied by his entourage, DG Adedoyin reviewed the club’s workbook, guided by the club’s United President, Rtn. Alexander Chukwu, and his board.

The session featured in-depth deliberations on the club’s planned activities, with the Governor offering constructive insights and official approvals.

“Rotary thrives on structure and impact,” DG Adedoyin said.

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“I’m impressed with the depth of vision from RC Ikoyi Metro, particularly the balance between project execution and membership development. This is how sustainable Rotary service is built.”

The highpoint of the fellowship was the presentation of scholarships to 15 students from three public schools within the club’s adopted community—Government Senior College, Ireti Senior Grammar School, and Girls Senior Secondary Grammar School.

Each school received a ₦250,000 scholarship fund, with ₦50,000 awarded to each student to support their academic needs.

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“We are driven by the belief that every child deserves access to quality education,” said Rtn. Chukwu.
“These scholarships reflect our commitment to empowering the next generation through Rotary.”

The event also witnessed the induction of five new members: Rtn. Funmi Owoyemi, Rtn. Mary Adams, Rtn. Huthman Oduntan, Rtn. Francis Ojetade, and Rtn. Abuosun Okusolubo; each a distinguished professional in their field.

Also read: President Toki Mabogunje Leads Rotary Club of Lagos into New Era of Impact

In a show of continued commitment to Rotary’s global causes, funds were also raised by club members in support of The Rotary Foundation, with contributions moderated by DG Adedoyin.

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Oluna’s Ifa Festival Draws Pasuma, Malaika to Owode Egba

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Oluna Ifa Festival 2026 brought Pasuma, Malaika, Ibrahim Chatta and other celebrities to Owode Egba for a two-day cultural celebration

Owode Egba in Ogun State became a centre of cultural celebration on October 30 and 31, 2026, as the families of High Chief Ayoola Adeyi Olaifa, the Olu Nla, also known as Oluna of Owode Egbaland, hosted a two-day Ifa Festival featuring prominent Fuji musicians, Nollywood personalities and traditional rulers.

Also read: Ajaero Insists NLC Can Negotiate Alone in Labour Dispute

The event, tagged Ifa Festival ’26, was organised around the theme of heritage, music and community, bringing together residents, visitors and entertainment personalities for two days of cultural activities and live performances.

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The first day of the celebration took place at Olunla Villa, Balogun Quarters, Owode Egba, with Fuji musician Sulaimon Alao Malaika leading the entertainment.

He was joined by Alhaji Saheed Bamidele, popularly known as Ife Arawe, guest artiste Olariiki and Awise Mass Kenny, also known as Eyinju Oganla.

Activities continued on Saturday, October 31, at All Saint School 1, Owode Egba, with a bigger entertainment line-up led by Fuji star Alhaji Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, popularly known as Oganla.

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Other performers included Segun Johnson and T.I Blaze, while Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta was scheduled to make a special appearance.

Yemi Olade and Kukoyi Adedoyin served as masters of ceremonies for the second day’s programme.

The festival also featured a strong traditional and royal presence. Oba Kolawole Arewa Sowemimo, the Gbadewolu 1 and Olu of Owode Egbaland, was named Royal Father of the Day, while Chief Otunba Michael Oluwole Soretire chaired the occasion.

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The gathering brought together traditional leadership and contemporary entertainment, highlighting the role of cultural festivals in celebrating community identity and connecting different generations.

With Fuji performances, celebrity appearances and the presence of traditional rulers, Ifa Festival ’26 provided a platform for residents and visitors to celebrate the heritage and communal spirit of Owode Egbaland.

Also read: Ajaero Insists NLC Can Negotiate Alone in Labour Dispute

The organisers described the event as an opportunity to celebrate culture, tradition and the identity of the community, placing Owode Egba’s cultural heritage at the centre of the two-day gathering.

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