In Ogbomoso, where tradition meets ambition, one man’s name continues to rise like the dough in his latest gift to the community — Alhaji Lamidi Monsur Ayoade, fondly called Alhaji Èjìdé. A man of uncommon grace, grit, and generosity, Èjìdé has become a living symbol of what it means to turn success into service.
A retired senior officer of the National Park Service (NPS), Èjìdé’s story didn’t end with his government career — it began anew. As founder of the ISBON Society of Nigeria and chairman of Ejide Ayinde Enterprises, he transformed his passion for business into a nationwide success story. Crowned the “King of Semo” for his remarkable dominance in the semovita industry, Èjìdé has spent over a decade proving that enterprise can go hand in hand with empathy.
That same spirit of purpose recently came alive again at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, where he donated and commissioned a state-of-the-art bakery — a modern facility designed to train students, generate revenue, and feed the local economy.
The event, attended by the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Razaq Olatunde Rom Kalilu, and other dignitaries, was more than a commissioning — it was a celebration of what one man’s vision can do for an entire community. In his remarks, Èjìdé expressed gratitude to God and reaffirmed his commitment to youth empowerment, announcing plans to renovate LAUTECH’s Department of Psychology within weeks.
But this is not his first act of impact. Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc once honoured him by constructing a large lecture block in his name, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to the company’s national performance. Everywhere he turns, Èjìdé leaves a mark — visible, lasting, and meaningful.
Long before the accolades, Èjìdé was already a voice for progress. As a young student leader and activist, he championed causes that strengthened community values and promoted opportunity. Decades later, that youthful zeal has matured into a lifelong mission — to build, to empower, and to inspire.
Today, Alhaji Èjìdé stands tall as more than a successful businessman or philanthropist. He is a catalyst for progress, a dependable pillar of support, and a shining example of Ogbomoso’s enduring spirit — proving that when success is shared, it multiplies.
In every loaf baked at the new LAUTECH bakery, and in every young dream he helps rise, Èjìdé’s message is clear: true wealth is measured not by what you earn, but by what you build for others.
