Jesulogomi Emerges Best Primary Six Student In Ogun 

Adekoye Esther Jesulogomi a student of Larina Academy, Magboro, Ogun State has emerged the best primary six student in Obafemi Owode Local Government, Ogun State.

Jesulogomi beat other students in the Unified Private Schools Examination conducted by the National Association Of Proprietors of Private Schools in Ogun State (NAPPS).

The student was presented with a scholarship worth one hundred thousand naira by the association on Thursday 19 June 2025 at the maiden edition of Chairman's Scholarship and Recognition Awards held at Femson Immaculate Schools in Ibafo, Ogun State.

Awards were also presented to past chairpersons and dignitaries who have been instrumental to the success of the association by Elder Oreagba Femi Emmanuel aka Femson, who is the Chairman, NAPPS Obafemi Owode chapter.

In his address, Oreagba Femson said the award serves as a testament to Jesulogomi’s hard work stressing the importance of unity and true love among members. He emphasized that these values are crucial for the association's progress. He urged members to continue working together towards a brighter future for the association and the entire private schools in Ogun State.

The event was a resounding success with attendees praising Elder Oreagba Femi Emmanue's visionary leadership and commitment to nurturing a sense of community within NAPPS

 Rotary Club Installs Oba MacGregor As Royal Father 

. Says, 'He Aligns With Rotary Core Values'

Rotary Club of Abeokuta (District 9111) has conferred the honorary Royal Father award on the Olu of Orile Ilawo, Oba (Prof) Alexander Olusegun MacGregor for his outstanding service to humanity.

The Professor of Pharmacology was conferred with the award recently at a colourful ceremony held on June 12th 2025 at the Olu of Ilawo's palace his beautiful wife, Olori (Dr) Omolara Fashola-MacGregor.

This came on the heels of an earlier visit to the palace by a delegation of the club led by Rtn. Akinola Akinlabi wherein a letter of conferment was delivered to the monarch.

In the letter which was signed by its president, Rtn.   (Dr) Edward Olu Alo and dated 16th May 2025 read in part: "This is in recognition and appreciation of your Royal Majesty's outstanding scholarly accomplishments and enduring commitment to the welfare and development of your people at Orile Ilawo Kingdom and beyond.

"Your reputation as a traditional ruler who blends wisdom, intellect and humility in service to humanity aligns with the core values of Rotary-service above self," 

Having identified with his good works since he mounted the Ilawo stool, Rotary Club was delighted to officially installed Prof MacGregor as it's Royal Father and honorary membership of the club alongside his queen, Dr. Omolara Fashola- MacGregor. The king and the queen of Ilawo were both inducted as honorary members of the club.

For the first family of Orile Ilawo, charity and giving back to the society is not just a past time activity but a strong conviction for the emancipation of the poor and the less-privileged in the society particularly the indigents of Ilawo community.

Through the MacGregor Heritage Foundation, the Ilawo monarch is reaching out to many families through medical outreach that caters for pregnant women and the elderly.

The foundation is also providing shoulders for the elderly to rest their limbs through palliative food programmes while the young ones are also being encouraged to continue their education through scholarships programmes.

For the women, Oba MacGregor through the assistance of his queen, Olori Fashola-Macgregor is also promoting business entrepreneurship by providing start-up capitals for women to start businesses of their own.

In a bid to sustain the environment and promote good health and hygiene, the foundation has drilled boreholes and built toilets in some communities in Ilawo.

On her part, Olori Fashola- MacGregor, a maritime lawyer and cultural ambassador has established the Ile Olokun Foundation  to provide support and grants to women and children across Africa while also engaging with people at the grassroots and across all societal classes.

As a testament to her commitment to promoting the Yoruba cultural heritage, Dr. Omolara MacGregor organizes the yearly Olokun Festival in Lagos which attracts enthusiasts from around the world.

 

Oba MacGregor's Official Conferment As Royal Father of Rotary Club Abeokuta Holds On June 12

Plans are in top gear for the official conferment of Royal Father of Rotary Club District 9111 Abeokuta, on the Olu of Orile Ilawo, Alaiyeluwa Oba (Prof) Alexander Olusegun MacGregor.

The conferment ceremony is expected to hold on Thursday June 12th 2025 at the Court House of the palace.

All traditional and Royal Chiefs of Ilawo Kingdom are expected to attend the event.

The conferment is coming on the heels of a recent visit to the Olu of Orile Ilawo's palace on May 16th 2025 by a delegation of Rotary Club District 9111 Abeokuta.

 The delegation which included Prof. Akinola Akinlabi, Rtn. Adejoke Green, Rtn. Chief (Dr) Edward Alo, Rtn Mojeed Dauda and Rtn Bolaji Peters had come to pay homage to the Alaiyeluwa as well as identifying with his good works since he mounted the Ilawo stool..

According to the Leader of Delegation, Prof. Akinola Akinlabi, the visit was also designed to convey Rotary's official recognition and appointment as Royal Father of the Club.

"This is in recognition and appreciation of your Royal Majesty's outstanding scholarly accomplishments and enduring commitment to the welfare and development of your people at Orile Ilawo Kingdom and beyond.

"Your reputation as a traditional ruler who blends wisdom, intellect and humility in service to humanity aligns with the core values of Rotary-service above self," Prof. Akinlabi said. 

He therefore sought a convenient date from the monarch when his official installation and decoration would hold.

The conferment ceremony has since been fixed for June 12th 2025 which coincidentally falls on Democracy Day.

While accepting his conferment, Alaiyeluwa Oba MacGregor, applauded Rotary Club for it's humanitarian services as well as grooming future leaders, noting that Rotary Club if not the best, ranks among the best in humanitarian service.

The Ilawo monarch emphasized the need for collaboration between traditional institutions and Rotary Club adding that marrying customs and traditions with modern technology is the challenge of traditional institutions, hence both should not be far apart.

"I am always impressed with the good works of your members. Therefore, I am honoured to be your Royal Father because you are credible." Alaiyeluwa Oba MacGregor had intoned.

 Id-el Kabir: Oba MacGregor Calls For Global Peace

The Olu of Orile Ilawo, Oba (Prof) Alexander Olusegun MacGregor has charged Muslims all over the world to use the auspicious occasion of Eid- Kabir celebration to pray for global peace and unity.

This was contained in a press statement issued by the monarch's publicist, Lanre Olaleye on Friday 6th June 2025.

 Oba MacGregor while felicitating  with Muslims on this symbolic feast of sacrifice which dates back to the historic event when Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) was commanded by Allah to sacrifice his son Ismail (Isaac) in total obedience to Allah's commandment, however, enjoined Muslims to rededicate themselves to the significance of the festival by seeking for global peace and unity.

According to the traditional ruler, "The celebration of the festival should foster harmony and peaceful coexistence, beyond its religious importance."

He added: "It should serve as a reminder of the values of sacrifice, devotion, and the importance of adhering to religious obligations.

"The ritual should also underscores the communal aspects of Islam, where the meat from the sacrificed animal is distributed among family, friends, and the less fortunate, promoting the spirit of sharing and generosity.

"Here in Ilawo, we have a long cherished memory of Ileya festival which dated back to the days of my grandfather, Chief Gbadamosi B. MacGregor, who was the traditional ruler of Ilawo for over five decades. 

"He was a devout Muslim and founding father of the elite Muslim society called 'Egbe Kila' which drew prominent Muslim leaders from Ilugun, Ilawo and Gbagura.

"Baba MacGregor who was synonymous with his sparkling white horse usually led the procession to the Eid prayer at Lantoro. It was a colourful spectacle which drew crowds from far and wide as families and friends come together to celebrate, share meals, and exchange gifts, in a way that reinforced the bonds of community and kinship," the Olu of Ilawo recalled.

"As we celebrate yet another Id-el Kabir today, we are invariably celebrating Ilawo's historical legend as we rekindle the fond memory of Chief Gbadamosi MacGregor.

"Unfortunately, the excitement of this cherished past is gradually waning with wars and strifes almost taking over the global space. Our religious leaders must therefore seek for God's intervention through prayers even as we seek peaceful co-existence at all times.

 "It is my wish and prayer to Almighty Allah to shower us with His blessings, protection, guidance and to spare our lives to enable us witness more of today on this earth with good and sound health. Barka De-Sallah," the Olu of Orile Ilawo concluded.

 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF HON JIMOH OLAWALE SALIU

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu was born on the 15th of April, 1963 In Epe, 

He hails from Kwara State, Ilorin West Local Government. He was born to the Muslim family, He is dynamic and committed to creating enabling environment for positive social transformation by serving humanity and contributing to society development. .

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu started his educational career at Local Authority Primary School, Epe between 1972 and 1978 before proceeding to Pobo Community Grammar School, Poka between 1979 and 1984. 

Thereafter, he joined International Religion Education between 1990 and 1993.

He attended College of Journalism (Independent Journalism Center) Ogba, Lagos between 2001-2003 following which he later moved to University of Ibadan Consultancy Services Unit for a Micro Credit course in Account Preparation with a certificate in Desktop Publishing and another certificate in Fingerlings production and construction of ponds. He is also an expert in snail rearing and nursing of grass-cutters.

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu was a National Delegate of the National Republican Convention (NRC) in 1990. He was the Ward Secretary under (NRC) from 1990 to 1993; Chairman Mobilization Committee under Congress For National Consensus (CNC) in 1997; Personal Assistant to the Executive Chairman, Apapa LGA(CNC) between 1997 and1998.

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu became State  Secretary of the Alliance for Democracy (AD) between 2000 and 2002; Acting State Secretary from 2002 to 2003; Lead,  Monitoring Team (Bye Election , Ekiti State Senatorial Election) 2001; Party Head(Bye- election for Lagos State House Of Assembly, Amuwo Odofin LGA)2003; Secretary Elders Committee; Local Government 2004-2006; Team member of party supporters to Osun Governor's Election under Action Congress Of Nigeria(ACN);  Chairmanship Aspirant, Apapa Iganmu LCDA in 2011 under Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN); Member, Election Committee under Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN)in 2014-2015; Secretary, Apapa iganmu Leaders & Elders Forum(Apex) under Action Congress of Nigeria 2015, Secretary Apapa & Apapa iganmu Leaders & Elders Forum(Apex) under All Progressive Congress 2015 - Till Date, he was appointed Chairman Strategic & Planning Committee under All Progressive Congress 2017, Member ,Media &Publicity committee 2019, later Got Appointment as Director General Local Government Election under All Progressive Congress (APC) in 2021. He was founder of Aregbesola Support Group(ASG) - a Facebook friends page worldwide

WORKING EXPERIENCE

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu was Manager TAS Oil, Lagos (1984-1985), Manager Ejigbo Depot TAS oil 1984-1985,Manager Nakro Nig, LTD 1993-1997, Special Adviser to Executive Chairman of Apapa Local Government, Employment & Job Creation Committee (1999-2002); Project Coordinator of Peace and Development Project (2005-2014) CEO Wale Talent Agricultural 2005 Till Date, Consultant Team Manager Crop Enumeration Exercise 2010-2012; Managing Editor, Kings Magazine 2014-2024; Chief Farmer, Wale Talents Farm Till Date.

POLITICAL ASPIRATIONS

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu vied for Federal House Of Representative in 1999 under Alliance For Democracy (AD); Federal House of Representatives 2011 under Action Congress of Nigeria(ACN); Local Government Chairmanship 2011under Action Congress of Nigeria(ACN); Federal House of Representatives 2015 under All Progressive Congress (APC) Federal House of Representative 2019 under All Progressive Congress APC; Chairmanship Aspirant 2025 under All Progressive Congress (APC)

 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu is a member, Lagos  State Catfish Farmers Association (LASCAFA);  Member, Fishery Society Of Nigeria (FISON);  Member, Nasrul-Lahi-Fatih Society of Nigeria (Nasfat)National Headquarters, Chief Whip,Epe UnityForum 1993, 1st President, Apapa LGA Youth Council 1998-2001, President, Coronet Club of Lagos 1999-2007, Award Winner, Sari Renewal Movement 2000-2001, Award Winner, People and Society Reform 2002, President Dynamics Youth Organization, Sari iganmu 1999, Adviser , Elevate, Boys Club of Lagos 1998-2007, Award Winner, Apapa Local Government, Youth Festival (APFEST)2001 &  2002, Captain , Alliance For Democracy Award 2002.

RESEARCH WORK & PUBLICATIONS

Hon Jimoh Olawale Saliu has made Research in Nigeria independent Newspaper Article Before and After, Nigerian Political Situation in terms of Social and Economic Matters - Newspaper Article, Lagos Most Youthful Development State - Newspaper Article, Civilian to Civilian Transition Government In Nigeria(2003) Newspaper Article, Politics In Nigeria(1960-2003) Newspaper Article, Local Government Reforms in Nigeria - A Presentation made to local Government reformation, Committee also Published In The Newspaper, Cottage Business- Solution To Nigeria Unemployment Crisis, *WHY GO TO NORWAY?* - A project that will give Employment to Lagos Youth, and also increased the Economic Capital Base of The State, Instituting an Award Tagged "Lagos Rewards Its Own."