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The Ondo State Football Club Owners Association has appointed Mr.Oluwafemi Timilehin Filegbe, Chief Executive Officer of FAM Guest House, Akure, as its Patron in recognition of his contributions to football development in the state.
The appointment, announced in a statement signed by the State Chairman, Mr. Banjo Adepoju, acknowledges Timilehine’s role in promoting grassroots football and supporting the growth of club activities across Ondo State.
According to the association, Timilehine has been instrumental in identifying and nurturing young football talents, many of whom have progressed to higher levels of the game. His continued support for football initiatives and club development earned him the recognition.
“The association holds in high regard his immense contributions toward the growth and development of the football sector in Ondo State, particularly in grassroots player development,” the statement read.
Timilehine’s inauguration as Patron is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the Conference Hall of the Ondo State Sports Complex in Akure. The event is expected to begin promptly at 10:00 a.m., with stakeholders in the football community anticipated to attend.
The association expressed confidence that Timilehine will leverage his new role to further advance its objectives and strengthen football administration within the state.
“We sincerely believe that he will use his good office to help the association attain greater heights,” the statement added.
Timilehine, a prominent figure in Akure’s business community, has gained recognition for his commitment to youth development through sports, particularly football, where his efforts have contributed to expanding opportunities for aspiring players across the state.
Sunshine Stars Chief Scout, Shina Adeoye, has resigned from his position with immediate effect.
Adeoye, a former player of the club, cited pressing personal and professional commitments as the reason for stepping aside from his role as Chief Scouting Officer.
In his resignation letter, he formally notified the club’s management of his decision:
“I write to formally notify the management of my decision to step aside from my position as Chief Scout of Sunshine Stars Football Club, Akure.
“This decision has become necessary in order to attend to some pressing personal and professional commitments relating to my football career, which may not allow me to effectively discharge my duties in this role.
“As a former player and a staunch supporter of the Owena Whales, the club remains very dear to my heart, and I will continue to support its growth and success at all times.
“I also wish to inform the public and the media that, with immediate effect and until further notice, I am stepping aside from my role with the Ondo State Football Agency (ODSFA). Please accept my gratitude for the opportunity to serve.”
Yours sincerely, Shina Adeoye
Former Sunshine Stars Player.”
Adeoye’s departure marks the end of his tenure in the club’s technical setup, where he played a key role in scouting and player development.
All roads lead to Akure as entertainment giants, Locomotive Entertainment in collaboration with Dejuks Hotel & Resort, present the much-anticipated Sisi Akure Concert Vol. 8-a vibrant celebration of culture, music, and electrifying performances.
Scheduled to hold on Tuesday, April 14, the event promises an unforgettable experience packed with top-tier entertainment. Guests will be treated to an exciting lineup including live performances, dance competitions, games, music requests, live magicians, and comedy acts, all designed to keep the atmosphere lively from start to finish.
The concert will also feature energetic dancers, hypemen, and a blend of cultural and modern vibes, making it a must-attend for lovers of entertainment and nightlife in Ondo State and beyond.
The red carpet kicks off by 7:00 PM, while the main event begins at 10:00 PM at Dejuks Hotel & Resort, Road 1, Victoria Estate, Zone 4, Ilekun, Oda Road, Akure.
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Get ready to experience an extraordinary night of glamour, rhythm, and nonstop fun at Sisi Akure Concert Vol. 8, where vibes meet class.
A member of the Ondo State House of Assembly representing Ondo West Constituency I, Hon. Moyinolorun Ogunwumiju, has been appointed as the South West Director General of the Tinubu-Datiwa Half a Million Walk.
The Founder and Ondo State Coordinator of the Tinubu-Datiwa Half a Million Walk, Hon. Kehinde Akinrotoye Bonsue, disclosed that members of the group unanimously agreed on Ogunwumiju’s appointment following a diligent background check.
Akinrotoye described Ogunwumiju as a vibrant youth who strongly believes in the philosophy of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the transformation agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
He added that Ogunwumiju is a loyal party member whose contributions to the administration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa cannot be overemphasized.
“We must appreciate and thank him for accepting to serve as the Director General of the Tinubu-Datiwa Half a Million Walk. More appointments of eminent South West leaders will be announced in due course.
“Our target is to take this Tinubu-Datiwa support group beyond Ondo State. President Bola Tinubu has done well, and we must support him to continue the good work he has started,” Akinrotoye said.
He further disclosed that coordinators at the senatorial, federal constituency, ward, and the 3,933 polling units levels would soon be inaugurated.
Akinrotoye also expressed appreciation to Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who serves as the Grand Patron of the group, for his support.
In his acceptance speech, Hon. Moyinolorun Ogunwumiju pledged to collaborate with other South West leaders to deliver massive votes for President Bola Tinubu in the region.
The Ondo State Coordinator of the Tinubu/Datiwa Half-Million Walk, Hon. Kehinde Akinrotoye (Bonsue), has said Nigerians are yet to witness the best of President Bola Tinubu’s leadership.
Speaking with journalists after the Tinubu/Datiwa Half-Million Walk held in Akure, Akinrotoye stated that since assuming office in May 2023, President Tinubu’s administration has embarked on bold reforms aimed at restructuring the country’s economic foundation.
The former OSOPADEC Commissioner added that the President’s reforms include the removal of fuel subsidies, the unification of the foreign exchange market, among other policy measures.
He noted that while these measures may be painful in the short term, they are necessary steps toward achieving long-term economic stability and growth.
He maintained that Tinubu’s strategic vision is still unfolding and that patience will be required to fully appreciate the outcomes.
“Transformational leadership is never judged in its infancy,” Akinrotoye said. “The President is laying the groundwork for a more resilient economy. The benefits will become clearer with time.”
He also pointed to Tinubu’s track record as a former governor of Lagos State, where his policies were credited with significantly improving internally generated revenue and infrastructure development.
He expressed confidence that a similar approach at the federal level could yield substantial dividends if given adequate time.
With key policy frameworks still under development and implementation ongoing, Akinrotoye assured that the promises of renewed hope will translate into tangible progress.
Nigeria’s democratic space has once again been animated by controversy—this time surrounding the leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the subsequent actions of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Predictably, accusations have emerged, with critics alleging bias, interference, and political manipulation.
Yet beneath the noise lies a more fundamental issue—one that demands sober reflection rather than emotional reaction: Are we holding INEC accountable for a failure, or for fulfilling its legal obligation?
The Legal and Procedural Questions
The facts, as presented, raise troubling procedural and legal inconsistencies within the ADC itself.
First, the question of authority: if a National Chairman resigns, can he continue to act on behalf of the party days or weeks after that resignation? In principle, the answer is no. Once resignation takes effect, the authority attached to that office ceases, except where there is a clearly defined transitional arrangement. Any official correspondence made outside that framework inevitably raises questions about legitimacy.
Second, the issue of delayed communication. If, as claimed, a key party official resigned in May but the electoral body was only notified in July, such delay undermines the credibility of the process. Political parties are expected to maintain transparency and promptly communicate leadership changes to INEC. A two-month gap is not just a procedural lapse—it opens the door to suspicion, contradiction, and potential manipulation.
Third, the matter of succession. In most party constitutions, including those of major Nigerian political parties, the Deputy National Chairman assumes leadership in an acting capacity upon the resignation of the Chairman. If, at the time of the Chairman’s resignation, the Deputy had not formally stepped down, then the line of succession should have been clear and automatic.
These are not trivial technicalities. They go to the heart of organizational order, legal compliance, and institutional credibility. INEC and the Limits of Its Role It is important to restate a basic principle of electoral governance: INEC is not an arbitrator of internal party politics. Its role is administrative and regulatory, not discretionary.
The Commission acts based on: Official communications from political parties Party constitutions and established procedures Binding court orders where disputes have been adjudicated To expect INEC to go beyond these parameters is to invite arbitrariness into a system that is meant to be governed by law.
Indeed, a contradiction has emerged in the public discourse. If INEC had ignored the documents submitted to it or refused to comply with a court directive, it would have been accused of bias or dereliction.
Yet, by acting in accordance with its mandate, it now faces the same accusations. This inconsistency suggests that the issue may not be INEC’s actions, but rather dissatisfaction with the outcomes those actions produced.
The Danger of Sentiment Over Substance
Democracy thrives on the rule of law, not on selective outrage. When legal processes are interpreted through the lens of political convenience, institutions are unfairly weakened and public trust is eroded.
The ADC leadership dispute is, by all indications, rooted in internal mismanagement—contradictions in communication, questionable timing, and procedural ambiguities. These are issues that should be addressed within the party framework or resolved through the courts, not projected onto INEC as institutional failure.
Young Nigerians, in particular, must resist the temptation to adopt narratives that prioritize sentiment over substance. Holding institutions accountable is essential—but such accountability must be grounded in facts, law, and consistency.
Conclusion
As Nigeria moves steadily toward another electoral cycle, the strength of its democracy will depend not just on the actions of its institutions, but on the fairness with which those actions are judged.
INEC’s responsibility is clear: to uphold the law, reflect legally recognized leadership structures, and maintain regulatory order. Political parties, on their part, must ensure internal coherence, transparency, and adherence to due process.
Democracy cannot function where the rule of law is applied selectively or discarded when inconvenient. If Nigeria is to make meaningful progress, both institutions and citizens must remain anchored in principle—not perception.
The Ondo State Coordinator of Tinubu/Datiwa Half a Million Walk, Hon. Kehinde Akinrotoye (Bonsue), has congratulated the Deputy Governor of the state, Olayide Adelami, on the occasion of his birthday.
Akinrotoye, in a statement signed and made available to newsmen by his media aide, Adeseun Adetayo in Akure, the state capital described Adelami as a seasoned administrator and committed public servant, noting his contributions to governance and development in Ondo State.
He commended the Deputy Governor’s wealth of experience, humility, and loyalty to leadership, emphasizing his role in supporting policies aimed at improving the welfare of citizens.
The immediate past Senior Special Assistant to the Ondo State Governor on Sports also praised Adelami’s dedication to teamwork and stability in government, describing him as a dependable deputy who has continued to strengthen the administration’s agenda.
According to him, “Adelami is a very dependable Deputy whose dedication to good governance in the state is measurable.
His previous role in the National Assembly is a testament to his administrative competence. I celebrate you today and wish you many happy returns of the day in good health.”
The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has been commended for his role as Grand Patron of the Tinubu/Datiwa Half-Million Walk and other pro-Tinubu support groups in the state.
The Ondo State Coordinator of the Tinubu/Datiwa Half a Million Walk, Hon. Kehinde Akinrotoye (Bonsue), made this known during an interview with journalists in Akure, the state capital.
Akinrotoye, the immediate past Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sports, expressed delight at the governor’s decision to identify with the Tinubu/Datiwa movement as its Grand Patron.
According to him, as the number one citizen of the state, the governor is naturally positioned to lead and support all groups working towards the second-term bid of President Bola Tinubu in Ondo State.
While appreciating the people of Ondo State for coming out en masse during the just-concluded Half-Million Walk, Akinrotoye disclosed that the Tinubu/Datiwa support structure would be expanded across all 18 local government areas of the state and extended to other South-West states, including Lagos, Oyo, Osun, Ogun, and Ekiti.
He further explained that the Half a Million Walk would be staged across the three senatorial districts and beyond as part of efforts to mobilise grassroots support for the president’s re-election. The initiative, he said, was formally launched in Akure.
Plans are underway to extend the mobilisation to the Southern and Northern senatorial districts, federal constituencies, 203 political wards, and 3,933 polling units, with coordinators to be inaugurated across the state in due course.
Akinrotoye added that the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, led by Governor Aiyedatiwa, has approved the statewide rollout of the walk ahead of the January 2027 general elections.
“We will continue to promote the achievements of President Bola Tinubu through the Tinubu/Datiwa support group to enable us achieve our target of 95 percent of the votes,” he said.
The Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji, Dr. Ademola Iyanda Ebeloku, has felicitated with Christians across Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebration, urging them to embrace unity, love and peaceful coexistence.
In a goodwill message made available to journalists, Ebeloku congratulated the Christian community within the institution and across the country, describing Easter as a period that reflects sacrifice, love and redemption.
The Rector noted that the commemoration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ serves as a reminder of the need for Nigerians to rise above challenges, strengthen their faith and promote unity both as a people and as a nation.
He called on members of the Polytechnic community and Nigerians at large to abide by the teachings of Jesus Christ, particularly the golden rule of loving one’s neighbour as oneself, stressing that this would help sustain peace and harmony in homes, workplaces and the society.
Ebeloku further urged citizens to use the festive period to build bridges of unity, compassion and service, while celebrating in moderation.
He wished Christians a joyful Easter celebration, praying for God’s blessings and divine salvation for all.
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated the resolve of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state to deliver one million votes for Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other party candidates in the 2027 general elections.
Aiyedatiwa made the declaration on Wednesday while leading a “Tinubu/Datiwa Half-Million Walk” in Akure in support of the president’s re-election bid.
The walk, which commenced at the Ondo State Government House and terminated at the state sports complex, was organised by a pro-Tinubu support group “TinubuDatiwa”, as part of ongoing mobilisation efforts across the state.
The TinubuDatiwa event was spearheaded by the former Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sports, Kehinde Akinrotoye, as part of strategic groundwork ahead of the next general elections.
Addressing participants, the governor described the walk as one of several coordinated activities by pro-Tinubu groups aimed at galvanising support across the state. He noted that, beyond its political significance, the initiative also served as a health walk to promote physical wellbeing.
“This is one in a series of programmes by Tinubu support groups. Many of such groups are actively mobilising across the state for the re-election of our president.
“As the foremost patron of these groups, it is important that I identify with them and join in this walk,” he said.
Aiyedatiwa expressed satisfaction with the large turnout, which include participants like government officials, civil servants, civil society organisations, artisan groups, and security agencies.
He added that the strong early morning participation reflected growing awareness of the importance of physical exercise for overall wellbeing, including mental alertness and spiritual balance.
The governor stressed that the real task lies beyond public rallies, urging supporters to return to their wards, polling units, and local government areas to intensify grassroots mobilisation.
“Our role here is coordination, but the real work is at the grassroots. Everyone must return to their units, wards, and local governments to continue mobilisation. “By February 2027, our target is nothing less than one million votes,” he said.
Aiyedatiwa also addressed recently disengaged political aides, commending their loyalty and participation in the march.
He assured them that the ongoing restructuring process would not sideline committed individuals, hinting at fresh appointments.
“You remained committed even after leaving office. That loyalty will not be ignored. Previously, we had about 650 aides, but the plan now is to appoint 1,000. Many of you will still have roles to play,” he assured.
The governor further noted that some positions remain critical to governance, adding that certain individuals would continue to play indispensable roles. He also commended the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Segun Omoyofunmi, for his contributions to the success of the event.
Marking the beginning of a new month, Aiyedatiwa offered prayers for participants, urging them to complement physical activities with spiritual devotion through fasting and prayer. He expressed optimism that April would bring good health, renewed strength, and prosperity.
Earlier, Omoyofunmi said the massive turnout demonstrated strong support for the president’s re-election, expressing confidence that the state would deliver overwhelmingly under the governor’s leadership.
Also speaking, Akinrotoye explained that the walk was organised to mobilise support for President Tinubu across the 18 local government areas of the state.
According to him, the event was a signal to residents and observers that Governor Aiyedatiwa is firmly committed to Tinubu’s re-election.
“President Tinubu must continue the good work he has been doing for this country,” he said, while appreciating members of the organising committee and participants for making the event a success.
He added that the mobilisation campaign would be extended to senatorial districts, federal constituencies, wards, and polling units across the state.
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