By Flowerbudnews
As part of its ongoing consultations with distinguished sons and daughters of Edeland ahead of the grand finale of Ede day 2026, scheduled for December 12, 2026, the Central Planning Committee has paid courtesy visits to Chief Gbadebo Aremu Ishola, the newly installed Baale of Peregun in Egbedore Local Government, and Alhaji Monshood Adeniyi, former President of the Federal Council of Ede Descendants Union and current Secretary of the Elders Council.
This was disclosed in a statement by Comr. Sulaiman Sodiq A. Ajasco, Chairman Media and Publicity Committee, Ede Day 2026 Central Planning Committee.
During the visit to Chief Gbadebo Aremu Ishola, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Alh Hon. Lukman Oyekola Afolabi(Abere Soose), congratulated him on his new traditional title and appreciated his longstanding contributions, generosity and commitment to the development of Ede.
He described Chief Ishola as a father and a valuable stakeholder whose relationship with the people of Ede goes beyond community development.
The Chairman also acknowledged the communication gap that may have existed in their relationship and sought his understanding, while formally presenting the Ede Day 2026 invitation to him as a respected father of the community.
In his response, Chief Gbadebo Aremu Ishola appreciated the committee for the visit and commended its efforts towards promoting unity and development in Ede. He promised to maintain contact with members of the committee and support the celebration.
He advised the committee to remain committed to the development of Ede, remember the contributions of past leaders and elders, and continue promoting the town’s rich heritage.
He further described Ede as a great town known for love, unity and togetherness.
VISIT TO ALHAJI MONSHOOD ADENIYI
The committee also visited Alhaji Monshood Adeniyi, former President of the Federal Council of Ede Descendants Union and current Secretary of the Elders Council.
Speaking during the visit, the Chairman, Hon. Lukman Oyekola Afolabi, stated that visiting distinguished stakeholders ahead of Ede Day without recognising Alhaji Adeniyi would be incomplete, considering his longstanding contributions and role in the affairs of the community.
He expressed appreciation for his love, commitment and dedication to Edeland before formally presenting the Ede Day 2026 invitation to him.
In his response, Alhaji Monshood Adeniyi appreciated the Central Planning Committee for recognising and honouring him with the visit. He commended the committee for its efforts and for considering him worthy of such recognition.
The visits form part of the committee’s ongoing engagement with traditional leaders, community elders and other prominent stakeholders to ensure a successful, memorable and inclusive Ede Day 2026 celebration on December 12, 2026.
