The Olusegun Okanlawon Foundation (OOF), under the leadership of its Founder and Chairman, Ambassador Engr. Dr. David Olusegun Okanlawon, has officially commenced its end-of-year community engagement programmes, ushering in a season of social, academic, and sporting activities across the Ibarapa zone.
The end-of-year events represent the grand finale of the Foundation’s yearly interventions and come on the heels of the successful Second Edition of the Olusegun Okanlawon Mathematics Competition for Senior Secondary Schools. While the academic competition set the tone, the focus has now shifted to broader community participation and unity.
The Mathematics Competition, which featured students from across Ibarapa, rewarded outstanding performance with cash prizes of ₦150,000, ₦100,000, and ₦50,000 for first, second, and third positions respectively. The initiative reinforced the Foundation’s commitment to youth development and educational advancement as part of its wider social responsibility agenda.
Speaking on the significance of the programmes, Comrade Sunday Adedokun Harshasha, Director of the OOF/DOO Media and Public Relations Unit, noted that the academic event was designed to complement the Foundation’s end-of-year community activities.
“The Mathematics Competition was a build-up to the end-of-year programmes. It reflects Ambassador Okanlawon’s belief in balancing intellectual development with community bonding and social engagement,” he said.
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Attention now turns to the 7th Edition of the Ibarapa Sports Fiesta, which kicks off on Monday, December 15, 2025, and runs through December 28, 2025. The two-week sporting event is aimed at fostering unity, peace, and healthy competition among communities within the zone.
Scheduled activities include:
Ibarapa Marathon Competition
Inter-Community Football Tournament (Male and Female categories)
Ayo Olopon Games (Male and Female categories)
Draught Competition
Ambassador Dr. David Olusegun Okanlawon has continued to distinguish himself through community-driven initiatives that prioritise unity, youth engagement, and sustainable development. Through the Olusegun Okanlawon Foundation, he has consistently deployed education and sports as practical tools for strengthening social cohesion across Ibarapa.
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Reaffirming the Foundation’s vision, Comrade Harshasha stated, “Ambassador Okanlawon remains committed to initiatives that unite the people of Ibarapa and promote collective development. The end-of-year events are structured to celebrate local talent, encourage interaction, and strengthen communal bonds.”
Residents, youth groups, schools, and community stakeholders are encouraged to actively participate as Ibarapa enters a season of inclusive celebration, competition, and shared progress.
Signed:
Comrade Sunday Adedokun Harshasha
Director, Media & Public Relations
Olusegun Okanlawon Foundation (OOF)
