IPEF backs Okubadejo for joint ticket with Adeola, plans Premium Award Honour
The Ijebu Professional Excellence Foundation (IPEF) has declared its strong support for Otunba Dapo Okubadejo as a suitable running mate in a joint ticket with the Ogun State gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi.
The Foundation made this known in a statement signed by its Chairman, Prince Jamiu Saka, an insurance guru and lawyer, who also serves as Chairman of IPEF. He described Okubadejo as a seasoned professional with the competence, experience, and leadership capacity required to effectively complement the APC gubernatorial candidate.
Okubadejo, who currently serves as Commissioner for Finance and Economic Adviser to the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, has distinguished himself through meritorious service and notable contributions to the achievements of the present administration.
According to the statement, his extensive background in economic management, governance, and strategic development places him in a strong position to add value to a joint ticket aimed at delivering people-oriented and result-driven leadership in Ogun State.
“IPEF stands firmly on the pillars of professionalism, integrity, and excellence. Otunba Dapo Okubadejo has consistently exemplified these values in both public and private service. His emergence on a joint ticket with Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) will undoubtedly enhance governance and inspire public confidence,” the statement read.
The Foundation further disclosed that it is finalising arrangements to confer a Premium Award of Excellence on Okubadejo in recognition of his outstanding contributions to public service and professional development.
It noted that the award ceremony will attract distinguished personalities, professionals, and key stakeholders from across Ijebuland and beyond, in line with its commitment to celebrating excellence and promoting impactful leadership.
Prince Saka reiterated the Foundation’s dedication to advancing PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE in Ijebuland, stressing that honouring deserving individuals remains a core part of its mandate.
Further details regarding the date and venue of the award ceremony will be announced in due course.
Signed:
Prince Jamiu Saka
Insurance Guru and Lawyer
Chairman, Ijebu Professional Excellence Foundation (IPEF)
