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Charter President Olusola Yakub Fadipe The Rotary Club of Gateway City Passport has officially marked a major milestone with its Virtual Charter Certificate Presentation and Induction of New Members Ceremony held on 11th June, 2026. The event brought together top Rotary leaders, distinguished guests, and members from across the district in a well-attended virtual gathering. The ceremony was called to order by the New Club Adviser, Assistant Governor Titilope Easy Adeniran, setting the tone for a well-coordinated and impactful programme.   The New Club Adviser, Assistant Governor Titilope Easy Adeniran The event featured the presence of the District Governor, Henry Akinyele, Past Assistant Governors (PAG) Dayo Niyi-Idowu and Festus Adetonwa, Incoming Assistant Governors Babatunde Aremu, Lawal Yusuf, and Adebukola Adeniran, Past President Funmi Okusanya, United President Muinat Naomi Aduke Babalola-Abisoye, alongside several other Rotarians and invited guests. A total of fifteen (15)...

HRM Oba Jimoh Adebamiro Quadri (Mefolu II), The Alaporu of Ilaporu-Ijebu. In the quiet, culturally rich heart of Ogun State, the town of Ilaporu-Ijebu stands as a testament to tradition, resilience, and enduring leadership. Nestled within Ijebu North alongside Awa-Ijebu, Oru-Ijebu, Ago-Iwoye, and Ijebu-Igbo, the community has long been guided by the wisdom and steady hand of its revered monarch, Oba Jimoh Adebamiro Quadri, the Alaporu of Ilaporu-Ijebudies. At 87, Oba Quadri’s life reflects a remarkable journey of service, honor, and unwavering commitment to his people. As the Mefolu II, his reign spanned an impressive 31 years—an era marked by stability, cultural preservation, and progressive community development. His time on the throne places him among the most enduring traditional rulers in Ijebu land, second only to the Awujale, the Paramount Ruler of the Ijebu people. Throughout his reign, Oba Quadri was more than a custodian of tradition; he was a symbol of unity and a pillar of ...

Nigeria’s Federal Government has lifted the suspension placed on degree certificates obtained from universities in the Republic of Benin and Togo, bringing relief to thousands of Nigerian students whose academic futures had been uncertain. The suspension, which affected over 22,000 Nigerians who graduated from institutions in the neighbouring countries, had earlier been introduced as part of efforts to curb certificate racketeering and protect the integrity of Nigeria’s education system. This followed a motion passed by the House of Representatives asking the Federal Government to rescind its blanket invalidation of degree certificates obtained from the Republics of Benin and Togo. Announcing the decision, the Federal Government said the move followed extensive engagements and reforms aimed at strengthening verification processes and ensuring that only legitimate institutions and qualifications are recognized. Education stakeholders have welcomed the development, describing it as a maj...

Rotary Club of Gateway City (Passport): A New Generation of Rotary Without Borders In a time when connection defines impact, the Rotary Club of Gateway City stands as a bold symbol of Rotary’s evolution in Nigeria and beyond. Proudly recognized as the second Passport Rotary Club in Nigeria and the first of its kind in Rotary District 9111, the club represents a modern, flexible, and globally connected approach to service. Chartered by the distinguished Rotary Club of Abeokuta Metropolitan , the birth of this innovative club was not accidental — it was intentional, visionary, and mission-driven. The club was brought to life through the dedication and forward-thinking leadership of Assistant Governor (Dr.) Titilope Easy Adeniran and Past Assistant Governor Dayo Niyi-Idowu , two Rotarians passionate about expanding Rotary’s reach beyond traditional boundaries. A Rotary Club Without Walls The Rotary Club of Gateway City is built on the Passport Rotary model, which allows members to parti...

Oladejo Lamikanra, SAN Born on the 1st of March, 1961 OLADEJO OLUSEYI LAMIKANRA, SAN is a native of Ilesha in Osun State. He had his early education in Nigeria at the Salvation Army Primary school, Surulere, Lagos (from 1967 to 72); St. Paul’s Primary School, Idi-Oro. Lagos. (from 1973 to 75) and the prestigious Igbobi College, Lagos.  He is an alumnus of the University of Lagos and was called to the Bar in 1985.   Since then, Lamikanra has had further certifications from other reputable institutions outside Nigeria, such as the Queen Mary College, University of London, UK, where he bagged an LL.M Hons. Degree in 1989; the School of International Commercial Arbitration, where he was awarded a Diploma in International Commercial Arbitration 1990; and Harvard Law School in Cambridge, Mass., USA where he undertook a Negotiation and Leadership Course And Negotiation Master Class in 2004. His hard work, industry and distinction in the legal profession was recognised by his app...

ROTARY OBANTOKO: INVESTITURE OF THE 9TH CLUB PRESIDENT, ROTARIAN TITILOPE EASY ADENIRAN The programme which was dated  23rd January, 2021 was held at Neu-Gate Hotel, behind MKO Stadium. Dignitaries that graced the occasion are: DG Bola Oyebade, DS Muftau Adelotan, DT Rasheed Saheed, AG Sina Adepoju, AG Ebun Atinuke, AG Akin Akinlabi, DDS Ahiru, PAG Yomi Whyte, PAG Femi Adenekan, Oba Ebenezer Babatunde Adeosun (Olu of Olodo), PP Festus Adetonwa, PP Chris Soetan, PP Fauziat Olajuwon, PP Santa, Prophet & Pst Olusola and Funmi OKE, Governor's Newsletter editorial Crew (Rtn Torera Ajayi, Rtn Ola-Davies and PP Dayo Niyi-Idowu). The awardees are PAG Lekan Lukan, Rtn Monsurat Adelakun, Rtn Kunle Koleosho (D9125), Rtn. Tunji Akinosi (Ogun State Commisioner for Forestry), Mr Gbenga Osungbesan, OGTV, Hon Dr Sikirulai Ogundele (Ogun State PDP Chairman), Commandant Awosusi Oluwasefunmi, PAG Segun Owonikoko (D9125) and Mr Bayo Adeyinka (Zonal Cordinator, Fidelity Bank), Other Honorary Member...