Office of the Youth Leader, Ikoyi-Osun Kingdom

15/05/2026

IKOYI YOUTHS CELEBRATE OLUKOYI OVER INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION BY CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE

The Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo) of Ikoyi Kingdom, under the leadership of Chief Orolade Ibidola Abiodun, heartily felicitates with H.R.M. Oba Iyiola Taofeek Akande Morenigbade (Oyeboade I), the Olukoyi of Ikoyi Kingdom, on his well-deserved international recognition by the California State Assembly, particularly the 65th District, alongside African Focus Inc. and the African Family Inductees.

This prestigious recognition followed Kabiyesi’s recent historic visit to Los Angeles, California, where he served as a special guest and officiating traditional ruler during the just-concluded African Focus Inc. programme. The honour reflects his invaluable contributions towards promoting African cultural heritage and preserving traditional values on the global stage.

As a revered Royal Father, we deeply appreciate, recognize, and commend your unwavering commitment to preserving and projecting our cultural heritage globally while continuously fostering peace, unity, and development among our people. Your dedication to humanity and selfless service remains a source of pride and inspiration to the people of Ikoyi Kingdom, especially the youths.

As service to humanity remains one of the highest responsibilities entrusted to leadership, we encourage Your Royal Majesty not to relent in your commitment to serving mankind and uplifting society through impactful leadership and compassion.

Once again, we congratulate our Royal Father on this laudable achievement and pray that Almighty God will continue to strengthen, guide, and uphold you for the continued benefit of humanity.

Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo), Ikoyi Kingdom

07/05/2026

DEAR IKOYI, KNOW YOUR WORTH!!!

Ikoyi cannot be compared to other communities that merely bought their crowns from the market. To place your purchased crown beside Ikoyi’s ancient, consecrated one is not humility, it is self-harm.

You cannot compare a new machete to an ancestral blade that has tasted blood for centuries, lest you embarrass yourself.

A man who buys a new agbada does not compare it to a family robe passed down through generations; he wears his with pride because he knows the difference.

Ikoyi’s crown was consecrated before the first stone of many of your towns was ever laid. We carry OLUGBON, ARESA, OWA ORANGUN—not as mere titles, but as ancient bloodlines forged in war and covenants.

JAGUN-JAGUN N’IWA
IKOYI ESHO N’IWA
ESHO NI BABA TO BI WA LOMO

Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo)
Ikoyi Kingdom

01/05/2026

Kingship is a divine calling and a noble service to humanity. His Royal Majesty, Oba Iyiola Taofeek Akande Morenigbade (Oyeboade I), the Olukoyi of Ikoyi Kingdom, will be honouring an official invitation from the Egbe Omo Yoruba Western Cape in South Africa as the officiating traditional ruler.

May God continue to strengthen and uphold the Olukoyi for the greater good of mankind, granting him wisdom, long life, and a prosperous reign.

Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo)
Ikoyi Kingdom

26/04/2026

HRM Oba Iyiola Taofeek Akande Morenigbade (Oyeboade I) Olukoyi of Ikoyi kingdom in Los Angeles, United States of America as the officiating monarch for African Focus Inc.

God bless the Royal Father, may you always walk and never stumble. Loke Loke Lola Kunfayakun 🙏

We are the pride of Africa
Africa is our home
The black is the colour
God bless Africa 🌍

26/04/2026

Yesterday 26th April, 2026, I was at the 20th Annual Goodwill Awards & African Ancestry Family Induction Ceremony held at THE RENAISSANCE HOTEL AND RESORT LOS ANGELES as the officiating king to honour the invitation of the African Focuz Inc where Africans who recently traced their sources of origin to different African countries were inducted back to the African continent.

First, I charged the newly inductees to see Africa not as a distant museum of their past, but as living, breathing home and the source of their identity. Hence, make Africa their reference point and as well make African values shape your decisions.

Moreso, I charged them to become bold, joyful, and unapologetic ambassadors of African cultural heritage and traditions. They should speak their mother tongue to their children until they dream in it. Wear the native dresses until they emulate it. Eat our local foods and even share them with their European friends.

Furthermore, I charged the inductees to show fierce, active, and unbroken love to fellow Africans especially in the face of discrimination and racist abuse that many of us still endure across other continents. They should promote the spirit of oneness, progress, and togetherness wherever they meet other Africans.

Finally, I urged the inductees to find deliberate, consistent ways to keep visiting their ancestral homes to reconnect and reacquaint themselves with this land of wonders.

I appreciate the organisers of the programme for counting me worthy to speak before the people on behalf of the crowned monarchs and the entire good people of African continent.

Kingship is a natural call to mankind.

HRM, Iyiola Taofeeq Akande Morenigbade (Oyeboade I)
Olukoyi of Ikoyi kingdom

23/04/2026

Kingship is natural call to mankind. HRM Oba Iyiola Taofeek Akande Morenigbade (Oyeboade I), the Olukoyi of Ikoyi kingdom on another call to service.

A great honour to represent the entire monarchs in Africa in this great Association. The power of purpose is manifested in service.

The Black colour is not a badge of shame but symbol of greatness



Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo) of Ikoyi kingdom

21/04/2026

IKOYI YOUTHS DEMAND EQUITY AND FAIRNESS IN ZONING LAWMAKER TICKETS ACCROSS MAJOR POLITICAL PARTIES EMPHASIZING ON WHY IKOYI MUST NOT BE MARGINALIZED

The youth of Ikoyi community in Isokan Local Government Area of Osun State, led by Chief Orolade Ibidola Abiodun (the Olori Odo, or Youth Leader, of Ikoyi Kingdom), have called on the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to zone the House of Representatives ticket for the Ayedaade/Irewole/Isokan Federal Constituency to Isokan Local Government and specifically to Ikoyi ahead of the 2027 general election. They cite years of marginalization as the reason for this demand.

The youths also directed similar demands to the Accord Party and Governor Ademola Adeleke, urging them to zone the State House of Assembly ticket for Irewole/Isokan Constituency to Ikoyi. They argued that the position is meant to rotate between the two local governments, and that the current term should rightfully be Ikoyi’s turn, given the community’s long history of neglect.

Furthermore, the youth raised concerns about why successive governments in the state, regardless of political party, have consistently failed to consider Ikoyi for political appointments despite the significant number of votes the community delivers during elections. They also voiced grievances over the neglect shown by most elected public officials, who view Ikoyi as a reliable source of votes yet abandon the town when it comes to infrastructure, employment opportunities, and the general welfare of its people.

Chief Orolade therefore called on all concerned parties and individuals , stakeholders both in Ikoyi, Isokan local government, Irewole federal constitucncy and state constituency to always include Ikoyi in their plans. He emphasized that Ikoyi is a landmark and major community in the state, sharing boundaries with several South-West states, and is also a key hub for agricultural growth and trading in Osun State.

Read more about our demands on some notable dailies through the link below 👇
Punch

https://punchng.com/2027-osun-youths-demand-assembly-tickets/?fbclid=IwdGRjcARRlN1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEejUGjsPaP4YnQuN3FFCY7ch8nMAB1adeTLdD_mic2HXRKai8U3QVYzSpwAds_aem_bVqTPiyc9i-PkHSEwUbFIg

Vanguard 👇

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/04/we-wont-allow-you-to-canvass-for-votes-osun-community-tells-apc-accord-over-marginalisation/

Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo) of Ikoyi kingdom
Ikoyi, Osun State

19/04/2026

Ikoyi residents appealed for the intervention of political parties over marginalization for legislative positions in the years.

Osun: Indigenes Of Ikoyi In Isokan LGA Demand Reps Ticket

19/04/2026

Ikoyi Youths Demand for inclusion in legislative positions against 2027 elections.

05/04/2026

IKOYI YOUTHS CELEBRATE A CATALYST OF TRANSMOGRIFICATION ON THE OCCASION OF HIS NEW AGE

Happy Birthday, Chief Orolade Ibidola Abiodun Waliyulah (Olori Odo of Ikoyi Kingdom).

Today, we celebrate not just your new age, but a legacy of pragmatism, commitment, and unwavering dedication. You have stood as a pillar of progress and a living symbol of hope for countless young people not only within Ikoyi Kingdom but far beyond its borders.

We deeply appreciate your relentless efforts in promoting education and defending the interests of Ikoyi youth at every turn. You lead with purpose, serve with passion, and inspire with character.

As you add another year, may heaven bless you with renewed strength and divine wisdom to keep paddling the affairs of our youths through calm waters and storms alike. May your administration be remembered for even greater progress, landmark achievements, and transformed lives.

Congratulations, our youth leader, our mentor, our Olori Odo. May your new age bring you joy, impact, and honor.

Igba odun, odun kan o!

Media Unit
Office of the Youth Leader (Olori Odo) of Ikoyi kingdom