The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has formally inaugurated Ibadan Mega Voice and three other affiliate clubs, towards the realisation of enlarging its membership.
The CCII President-General, Barr. Suleiman Ajeniyi Ajewole, inaugurated the clubs in Ibadan on Friday during its General Assembly.
The CCII, which was founded in 1982, is the umbrella body of all Ibadan indigenous clubs, with over 235 clubs affiliated to it.
During the meeting Ajewole said CCII is ensuring that Ibadan would become a State in the nearest future, while urging the newly inaugurated clubs to contribute their quotas to the development of Ibadan.
He called on Ibadan Mega Voice, other affiliate clubs and indigenes to work together to achieve the aim.
“You have been an integral support to CCII, even before your inauguration, and I am certain you will add to the growth of Ibadan land.”
“There is no room for pessimism, cynism or armchair patriotism. Let nobody discourage you from contributing your quota to the development of Ibadan land”, he said.
The president-general said the inauguration of the clubs would enable CCII to increase its activities.
“We do not want you to be docile members of the club, work with the present administration to ensure Ibadan is promoted at all times.
“We look forward to seeing you at our General meetings,’’ he said.
Responding, the President, Ibadan Mega Voice, Mr. Kola Olomide hailed the Ajewole-led executive for inaugurating the clubs, promising to contribute meaningfully to the Ibadan-project.