Sagamu Day 2024: Akarigbo Of Remo Kingdom Lauds Sagamu Youth Association For Adding Vibrant Flair To 40th Sagamu Day Anniversary

The 40th anniversary of Sagamu Day, celebrated on October 26, 2024, at the prestigious Akarigbo Palace in Ita Oba, Sagamu, Ogun State, marked an unforgettable milestone for the Remo community. His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, Torungbuwa II, the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, praised the Sagamu Youth Association for their instrumental role in making the celebration both vibrant and memorable, attributing much of the event’s success to their dedication and cultural pride.

Organized by the proactive Sagamu Development Association under the leadership of Hon. Adeyiga Taoorid Awoyemi Yamuyamu, Sagamu Day 2024 brought together traditional leaders, political dignitaries, community organizations, and residents from across Ogun State and beyond, celebrating the spirit and heritage of Remoland. Akarigbo’s commendation of the Sagamu Youth Association highlighted the youth’s vital contributions to the event’s success, with the monarch expressing that their commitment exemplifies the enduring pride and unity that defines Sagamu.

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Oba Ajayi, a staunch advocate of youth empowerment, noted in his address that the association not only enriched the event with energy and color but also showcased the creativity and resilience of Remo’s younger generation. The Akarigbo emphasized that the youth are the custodians of Remoland’s future, and their active role in preserving and promoting the local culture was a testament to their dedication. “The Sagamu Youth Association has demonstrated that our young people are capable leaders and invaluable assets to our community,” Oba Ajayi remarked.

The ceremony saw attendance from prominent figures, including Mr. Segun Oluwaji, who chaired the event; Hon. Ola Oresanya, Commissioner for Environment, representing Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun; and Engineer Akinsanya, Commissioner for Works. Also present were traditional leaders from Remoland, including Kabiyesis and Olori Obas, Asiwaju SK Onafowokan (Asiwaju of Remoland), Hon. Biyi Adeleye, and the Iyalode of Remoland. Other community groups, such as the Baale-in-Council, Olori-Ilu-in-Council, and the Regberegbe, joined clubs like the Collective Club, Sagamite Clubs, and well-wishers from home and abroad to celebrate the anniversary.

Cultural displays, traditional performances, and colorful regalia marked the day, bringing life to the venue and underscoring the Sagamu Youth Association’s contributions to the event’s cultural presentations. The youths of Sagamu impressed attendees with carefully organized events, symbolic dances, and a traditional march that honored the legacy of Remo. Their work, the Akarigbo observed, is a reminder of the invaluable role youth play in preserving Remo’s unique heritage.

In addition to celebrating their cultural contributions, the event also fostered a renewed sense of unity across Remoland. Akarigbo’s recognition of the Sagamu Youth Association’s role in making the anniversary a success serves as a call for more youth involvement in community initiatives. The paramount ruler urged the youth to continue leading by example, not only during cultural celebrations but in supporting the socioeconomic development of Sagamu and Remoland.

As the 40th Sagamu Day celebration concluded, the Sagamu Youth Association’s efforts received a round of applause, with Oba Ajayi and other dignitaries hailing their achievements. For many, the event served as a testament to Sagamu’s resilience and its commitment to fostering a community where tradition and modernity intertwine for the prosperity of Remoland.