Abeokuta – In a landmark celebration of community leadership, former Odeda Local Government Chairman Hon. Semiu Bola Lawal (Sembol) and other distinguished personalities were honored with top roles at the joint investiture ceremony of four Area Community Development Committees (ACDCs) in Ogun State. The event, held on Sunday, 17th August 2025, saw leaders from Xamp, Emere Aaya, Apakila, and Wonderland communities unite under the newly formed coalition.
Key Appointments:
– Combined President: Hon. Bola Lawal (Sembol)
– Combined Grand Patron: Prof. Adebayo Mosediku Shiitu
– Patron General: Comrade Iyasere Emmanuel Igbagbodoyin
– Combined Grand Matron: Dr. Mrs. Folukemi Abidemi Akinusi
– Camp Grand Patron: Alhaji Adeleye Taofeek Olusegun
– Camp Grand Matron: Alhaja Adeleye Temitayo Abosede
– Camp Matron: Madam Folarin Yemisi Grace
The newly inaugurated committees also unveiled their executive chairs:
– Camp ACDC Chairman: Prof. Idowu Olusegun Mark Obafemi
– Emere Aaya ACDC Chairman: Alhaji Bolaji Abdulameed
– Wonderland ACDC Chairman: Chief Akintona Akin
– Apakila ACDC Chairman: Mr. Olalekan Oke
The investiture highlighted the pivotal role of grassroots leadership in driving development. Hon. Bola Lawal, a former council boss renowned for his advocacy for rural empowerment, pledged to leverage the coalition’s collective strength for infrastructural and social progress.
The event drew dignitaries, traditional leaders, and residents, culminating in a renewed commitment to collaborative growth across the four communities.
