The Abeokuta Club, the foremost socio-cultural organisation of Egbaland, has appointed Aremo Olusegun Osoba, Akinrogun of Egbaland and former Governor of Ogun State, alongside Chief Olusegun Osunkeye, CON, Baba Laje of Egbaland, 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 Egbas and Osunkeye as a man of integrity and generosity.

The two Egbas are men with long-standing commitments to the ideals of the club, such as unity, friendship, service, and advancement of Egbaland.

President of the Club, Dr Adewale Adeola expressed confidence that their inclusion would further strengthen the Club’s moral foundation. 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 will 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.