The Ibadan Mega Voice (IMV) marked its second anniversary with a grand ceremony on November 24, 2024, at the Bode Amao Hall, Ibadan House, Oke Aremo.
The event showcased excellence, recognizing distinguished individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to media development, Ibadanland, and Oyo State.
Aare Kola Olomide, the President of Ibadan Mega Voice, stated that the awards were a tribute to notable individuals and leaders, including local government chairmen, for their unwavering support to the media and their commitment to advancing the progress of Ibadanland and Oyo State in 2024.
Prominent figures and entities received awards for their contributions to various fields, including media, culture, entertainment, public service, and community development. Among the notable awardees were:
Hon. Sanda Sikiru Oyedele (ALGON Chairman and Egbeda LG Executive Chairman)
Hon. Ibrahim Akintayo (Ibadan North East LG and ALGON PRO)
Engr. Akeem Olatunji (Oluyole LG Executive Chairman)
Hon. Kamorudeen Mudashiru Morenikeji (Lagelu LG)
Hon. Wole Akinleye (Akinyele LG)
Hon. Emmanuel Oluwole Alawode (Ibadan South East LG)
Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade (Ibadan North LG)
Hon. Waliu Adetunji Webcam (Atiba LG)
Other recipients included Alh. Taye Adebisi Currency, Chief Saheed Oladele (Baameko of Ibadanland), Mogaji Abdulsabur Abiola Olawore, Hon. Adebayo Amusat-Gbenla, and Dr. Emmanuel Olowookere of God’s Knot Hospital, among others.
Dignitaries in Attendance
The ceremony was chaired by Chief Sulaimon Adeniyi Ajewole, President-General of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), while Chief Mrs. Iswat Abiola Ameringun, Iyaloja-General of Ibadanland, served as the Mother of the Day.
Chief Ajewole, in his keynote address, lauded the efforts of Ibadan Mega Voice in promoting the cultural and media landscape of Ibadan. He emphasized collective efforts toward achieving the demand for Ibadan State, assuring attendees that the goal would be realized in due course.
Chief Mrs. Ameringun also commended the group for its impact on the media and entertainment sectors, urging stakeholders to invest in the creative industry as a catalyst for societal growth.
The event underscored Ibadan Mega Voice’s mission to foster unity, celebrate cultural heritage, and advance the Ibadan narrative. The award presentation, a high point of the ceremony, reinforced the organization’s dedication to recognizing and encouraging excellence.
In his closing remarks, Aare Kola Olomide expressed gratitude to all attendees and supporters, pledging the group’s continued efforts to elevate Ibadan and Oyo State through media and entertainment initiatives.
The anniversary celebration was a testament to Ibadan Mega Voice’s impact, uniting professionals across media, music, public relations, and more to honor and uplift Ibadanland.
