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PDG Dr Tunji Funsho Headlines Rotary District 9112 Learning Seminar

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9 months ago

February 8, 2026

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Dr Tunji Funsho will speak at Rotary District 9112 DTLS 2026 in Lagos on leadership ahead of the 2026–2027 Rotary year

Past District Governor Dr Tunji Funsho, a leading public health advocate and key figure in Africa’s polio eradication campaign, has been announced as a guest speaker at the 2026 Rotary International District 9112 District Team Learning Seminar.

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Dr Funsho will speak on the theme, “Leadership: Not for the weak-hearted,” at the seminar scheduled for February 20 and 21, 2026, at Orchid Hotel, Lekki, Lagos.

The announcement was made by Layi Abidoye, District Governor-elect of Rotary International District 9112, who described the District Team Learning Seminar as a mandatory leadership programme for district officers preparing to serve in the 2026–2027 Rotary year.

Abidoye said the seminar remains central to Rotary’s leadership development framework, reflecting the organisation’s commitment to capacity building, knowledge sharing and service excellence across its global network.

Dr Funsho, a Nigerian cardiologist and Past District Governor, is widely recognised for his pivotal role in the eradication of wild poliovirus in Africa. He served as Chair of Rotary’s Nigeria National PolioPlus Committee and now holds the position of Chair Emeritus.

In that role, he led nationwide immunisation campaigns and advocacy efforts in collaboration with partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, including the World Health Organization, UNICEF, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Gates Foundation and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.

A former student of King’s College, Lagos, Dr Funsho trained as a cardiologist and became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of London.

His medical background laid the foundation for his transition into large-scale public health advocacy, particularly in tackling vaccine hesitancy and strengthening community engagement in underserved areas.

His contributions were instrumental in Nigeria achieving three consecutive years without wild poliovirus, culminating in Africa’s certification as wild polio-free in August 2020.

In recognition of his work, TIME magazine named him among its 100 Most Influential People in 2020, making him the first Rotarian to receive the honour for polio eradication efforts.

At DTLS 2026, Dr Funsho will join other dignitaries, including the Chairman and CEO of Channels Media Group, Dr John Momoh, alongside Rotary leaders from across the district.

Organisers said the presence of high-profile speakers is expected to enrich discussions and inspire participants as they prepare for leadership responsibilities in the coming Rotary year.

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They added that the seminar’s focus on learning, strategic engagement and effective service delivery positions DTLS 2026 as a landmark event for Rotary International District 9112.

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

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6 days ago

November 2, 2026

Peculiar Adirika

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.