Osoba appointed vice patron of Abeokuta Club

The Abeokuta Club, the foremost socio-cultural organisation of Egbaland, has appointed the former Governor of Ogun State, Aremo Olusegun Osoba alongside Chief Olusegun Osunkeye as vice patrons of the club.

Announcing the appointments, the Chairman, Publicity Committee, Mr. Tunde Oluwasola said the decision reflects the duo’s enduring contributions to the ideals of the Club, unity, friendship, service and the advancement of Egbaland.

The Life President and Chairman, Board of Trustees, Prof. Afolabi Soyode, commended the honourees, describing Osoba as a beacon of truth and leadership, which continues to inspire generations of Egba and Osunkeye as a man of integrity and generosity. The two Egba are men with long-standing commitments to the ideals of the Club, which include unity, friendship, service and the advancement of Egbaland.

The duo joined a distinguished line of vice patrons, including Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and Brigadier Oluwole Rotimi.

The President of the club, Dr. Adewale Adeola expressed confidence that the inclusion of Osoba and Oshunkeye would further strengthen the club’s moral foundation and extend its influence as a pillar of unity, culture and development in Egbaland.

Abeokuta Club was formally launched on August 5, 1972, by then Alake of Egbaland, Oba Oyebade Lipede with the mandate of promoting the social, cultural, educational and economic development of Abeokuta and environs through revival, promotion and encouragement of traditions, culture, festivals and customs of Egbaland.