The Ibadan House of Lords, a Socio-cultural group has officially sworn in its newly elected executive committee members to pilot the affairs of the organization.
The swearing in ceremony held yesterday, April 20, at the private residence of Lord Lanre Latinwo in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital.
The newly sworn in executive members will pilot the affairs of the group for a duration of two years after which a fresh election will be conducted to usher in another executive members.
It was gathered that an executive council member can seek a reelection based on popularity and performance as there are no terminal restrictions on members seeking a second or multiple terms of office.
The new executives, led by Oloye, Lord Odukeye Francis as President, have pledged to uphold the values of unity, progress, and cultural preservation that the group stands for.
Speaking during the ceremony, Lord Odukeye emphasized the importance of cultural identity in today’s fast-paced world stressing that as a Socio-cultural organization under the parent body of Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), the group will continue to champion the course of Ibadanland.
Commenting on the strength of the group, Lord Odekeye maintained that its membership base which is strictly of Ibadan extraction spans beyond the shores of Nigeria to the diaspora in Europe and America.
He disclosed that the name of the Socio-cultural organization reflects the true identity of ancestoral Ibadan Warlords and the city as the ancient military headquarter for the whole south western Nigeria, and as such Ibadan House of Lords will continue to align with the vision of making Ibadan great.
“We must never forget where we come from. Ibadan is not just a city; it is a cradle of tradition, resilience, and pride. This new executive team is ready to serve and uplift the ideals that bind us together as a people,” he said.
The group also announced its full participation in the upcoming Ibadan Cultural Week 2025, a week-long celebration of art, music, history, and indigenous practices scheduled to kick off on May.
The Ibadan House of Lords plans to host a special day during the event, featuring a cultural parade, traditional dance performances, a food fair, and an intergenerational dialogue on Ibadan’s evolving sociocultural identity.
According to the president, “This year’s Cultural Week will be one of the most vibrant ever. Our group is collaborating with other cultural stakeholders to ensure a rich, inclusive experience that showcases Ibadan’s beauty and depth.”
Founded over two years ago, the Ibadan House of Lords Sociocultural Group has played a crucial role in promoting Yoruba values and preserving the historical significance of Ibadanland through community service, cultural education, and youth engagement.
As anticipation continues to build up for the Ibadan Cultural Week, members look forward to a renewed spirit of cultural pride, led by a revitalized leadership at the helm of one of the city’s most respected sociocultural bodies.
See full list of newly sworn in Executive Council Members;
1. President – Lord Chief Sunday Francis Odekeye
2. Vice President – Lord Arole Gbenga Adewusi
3. General Secretary -Lord Olumide Oladimeji
4. Treasurer – Lord Adetokunbo Bello
5. Financial Secretary – Lord Alh Abiodun Emiola
6. Social Secretary – Lord Kolawole Alawode
7. Chief Whip – Lord Engineer Bayonle Salami
8. PRO – Lord Lanre Bashir Latinwo
9. Legal Adviser- Lord Lawyer Fatai Adesina
10. Assistant General Secretary – Lord Oluremi Akanji
11. Welfare Officer – Lord Dr. Yinka Folahan