By Omowumi Hannah, Ibadan
The 3-in-1 Iseya TV celebration gathered crème de la crème on Thursday at the Oyo State Local Government Training Centre, Secretariat, Ibadan.
Some of the notable personalities included the Founder of Shafaudeen-in-Islam Worldwide, Engr. Prof. Sabit Olagoke; Chairman, Oyo SUBEB, Dr. Nureni Adeniran; Oyo ALGOS Chairman and Outgoing Chairman of Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Sikiru Sanda Oyedele; Chief Press Secretary to Oyo State Governor, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju; and Chairperson, Oyo State Rule of Law and Enforcement Authority, Rtd. Justice Aderonke Aderemi, F.DRI.
Others were APM Oyo Central Senatorial District Candidate, Chief Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo; Chief of Staff to Oyo State Governor, Hon. Wolekanle; Chairman, Oyo State Road Management Authority, Rtd. Major Adesagba Adekoya; former Chairman, Oyo State Road Management Authority and APM Ibadan NorthWest/South West Federal Constituency Candidate, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, among others.
Speaking at the event, the Guest Lecturer, Prof. Olagoke described the celebrant as a woman in man. He noted that the media personality over the last twenty years has continued to make positive effect in the society. He explained that the media in democracy can only help good governance where there is total independence of the fourth estate of the realm.
The Founder of Shafaudeen-in-Islam Worldwide believed democracy will touch the grassroots where the media personalities deem it fit to connect homes, schools, and religious circles, which in turn enables the government or people in position to realize the hustle and hassle of the grassroots.
The respected engineer and public administrator who urged the celebrant to sustain her dedication and selflessness, saluted the convener for giving her best through her works, saying transferring the arts to her children will help her turn a historic legacy.
In his remarks, the Chairman of Oyo State Universal Basic Education and Director General, APM Presidential/Governorship Campaign Council, Dr. Nureni Adeniran commended the foresight of the celebrant. He said he had known Iseya CEO while serving as Commissioner for Industry and Education during administration of Late Governor Adebayo Alao-Akala as mysteriously dedicated, committed and ever giving out. He promised to continue to support her media practice in education and others.
“I flew from Abuja to Ibadan this morning all because Ayodeni has been adjudged dedicated, hardworking and focused. She believes in whatever legally she does. The reward is what she is beginning to enjoy now. She has through the arts hailed talents, even from poor homes and continues to empower young children in our primary schools, one of the reasons my office and Oyo State approved her ‘Catch Them Young Initiative’ with a resonating impact now,” he said.
In their separate goodwill messages, Chairman, Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Sikiru Sanda Oyedele; Chairman, Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Solomon Akinleye; and APM Candidate, Oyo Central Senatorial District, Chief Ajadi Oguntoyinbo described Iseya TV as real image maker of Oyo State. They commended the celebrant’s focus, resilience and continued creativity, urging her to sustain her support for All Candidates of the Allied People’s Movement across the country for a resonating yielding democratic governance.
Earlier, the Chief Executive Officer, Iseya TV, Mrs. Ayodeni Aluko said the media journey has been a mix of joy and challenges, acknowledging continued support of Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and all his aides as always a succour. She urged the government representatives to be focused with giving good leadership for a thriving socio-economic society.
Some of the awardees included Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barr. Olasunkanmi Olaleye; Executive Secretary, Oyo State Primary Healthcare Board, Dr. Muideen Olatunji; Chairman, Local Government Pensions Board, Hon. Akeem Ige; Chairman, Ona Ara Local Government, Dr. Temitope Kolapo.
Others are Former Chairman, OYSIEC, Aare Isiaka Olagunju; Commissioner for Energy, Professor Dahud Sangodoyin; Chairman Ogbomosho South, Hon. Oyedokun, Chairman, Orelope Local Government, Hon. Kazeem Olayanju; Chairman, Ibarapa North Local Government, among others.
The event which included celebration of 25 years in media industry, 6 years of ISEYA TV and 50th Birthday Celebration, featured networking, tributes, souvenir and award presentation to nearly thirty selected personalities.