The Royal Group, Egbe Omo Oba Alade Ile Ibadan, an affiliate of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), will on Saturday, December 13, 2025, commemorate its 21st anniversary with a grand event featuring the inauguration of new executives under the leadership of Aare Kamikun Akewula, induction of new members, and the launching of its club building.
The ceremony, themed “Repositioning Ibadan: Strengthening Community Bonds and Enhancing Strategic Private Participation for Sustainable Development,” is scheduled to hold at the Lekan Are Hall, Kakanfo Inn, Joyce B Road, Ibadan, by 10:00 a.m.
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Senator Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja (Arusa I), will grace the occasion as the Royal Father of the Day, with Ayaba Mutiyat Olayinka Ladoja, as the Mother of the Day.
Other dignitaries expected include the Chairman of the Occasion, Oloye Taofeek Adegoke Adegboyega, FCA, Chief Launcher, Chief Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe; and Chief Guest of Honour, Senator Dr. Sarafadeen Abiodun Alli.
The Guest Speaker, *Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, Executive Chairman, Oyo SUBEB, is billed to deliver a keynote address on the role of private participation in community development.
The event will be hosted by Prince Kamikun Akewula, President of The Royal Group, with Barr. Ajeniyi Ajewole, President-General of CCII, serving as Chief Host.
The celebration which will commence on Monday 8th December with a Press Conference at Ibadan House, will run through the week and feature visitation to correctional centre, medical outreach, novelty match, Jumat & Thanksgiving service is expected to bring together prominent sons and daughters of Ibadan, community leaders, and well-wishers in what promises to be a remarkable gathering aimed at strengthening unity and promoting sustainable growth in Ibadanland.
