The delegation, led by Soyele, the immediate past Provost of the Federal College of Education (FCE), Osiele, Abeokuta, was received by the traditional ruler alongside the Aare Mayegun of Owu Kingdom and founder of Ajibosin, Aare Kazeem Bakinson.
During the visit, the new executive members expressed appreciation to Oba Adediran for his contributions to the growth of Owu Club, particularly his efforts in mobilising people to join the club and strengthening its membership base.
The delegation acknowledged the traditional ruler’s commitment to the club and appealed for his continued support to enable the new leadership to achieve its objectives and deliver a successful administration.
The executive members said they were determined to work together with stakeholders across Owu Kingdom to advance the club’s interests, promote unity among members and contribute meaningfully to the development of the kingdom.
Responding, Oba Adediran assured the delegation of his continued support, promising to intensify efforts to mobilise more people into the club. He also disclosed plans to encourage traditional rulers and chiefs to identify with the club .
Towulade said, “I am going to do more to mobilise members for Owu Club. We will encourage our traditional rulers to join the club, and some of our chiefs will also be brought on board to strengthen the organisation.”
The monarch, however, urged the new executive to review the club’s constitution as soon as possible, stressing the importance of having a clear and effective constitutional framework to guide its operations, promote accountability and ensure the smooth administration of the organisation.
He further disclosed that the Olowu of Owu Kingdom would be installed as the Grand Patron of the club, while the Balogun of Owu, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, and former Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, would also be installed as patrons.
The proposed appointments are expected to strengthen the club’s relationship with prominent sons and leaders of Owu Kingdom.
In another significant development, the Towulade promised to provide a toilet facility for the Owu Club Amphitheatre in honour of his father on his 80th birthday.
He assured the club that the facility would be commissioned as soon as possible, adding to his efforts to improve amenities at the facility for the benefit of members and other users.
In their response, the new executive members reiterated their readiness to work diligently and support initiatives aimed at promoting the unity, progress and development of Owu Kingdom.
They expressed confidence that the support of traditional rulers, chiefs and other stakeholders would help the club achieve its objectives during their tenure.
