Subscribe

Stay informed

Get the day's top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning.

By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy

the Nation

Truth in Every Story

twitterfacebookinstagramyoutube

News

  • Politics
  • Business
  • Technology
  • World

Features

  • Opinion
  • Culture
  • Sports
  • Video

Company

  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Careers
  • Advertise

Legal

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Cookie Policy
  • Accessibility

© 2026 the Nation. All rights reserved.

SitemapRSS Feed
News

Ibadan Recreation Club 1902 swears in new leadership

A foremost social club and first cosmopolitan recreation club in Sub-Saharan Africa, Ibadan Recreation Club 1902 has installed its new Executive Council led by the newly elected President, Olumide Daramola.

Ibadan Recreation Club 1902 swears in new leadership
Share this article
April 16, 2026byThe Nation
2 min read

A foremost social club and first cosmopolitan recreation club in Sub-Saharan Africa, Ibadan Recreation Club 1902 has installed its new Executive Council led by the newly elected President, Olumide Daramola.

The inauguration ceremony saw the swearing-in of key officials including Oyewumi Ojo (Vice-President), Kolawole Shittu (General Secretary) Johnson Babatunde (Membership Secretary), and Chris Olusesi (Sports Secretary).

Other Executive Council members that were sworn-in includes Sunday Adeyemo (Treasurer), Florence Ekpebor (Assistant General Secretary), Oseni Olakunle (Social Secretary), Bankole Oyewole (Maintenence Secretary) and Ademola Adegoke (Bar Secretary). 

READ ALSO: RMAFC, Interior Ministry partner to boost foreign investment

Speaking at the inauguration, the new President, Olumide Daramola outlined his leadership reformation plan codenamed GRA Optimized agenda. 

He stated that his administration would have keen focus on elevating Games in the Club, nurture bonds and Relationships, and enhance the Ambience of the club. 

According to him, the club would witness evident transformation and facelift within his 100 days in office. 

In his remark, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Ibadan Recreation Club 1902, Pa. Audley Ogie Alakija commended the newly elected Central Executive Council members for stepping forward to serve the Club in different capacities. 

He urged them to uphold the constitution, and not forget to fulfil the promises they made to the electorates during the electioneering process. 

He charged the new President to ensure that he fosters unity of purpose and harmony amongst his new Executives and the entire club at large. 

The swearing-in event drew esteemed members, dignitaries and guests, underscoring Ibadan Recreation Club (1902)'s prominence in Nigeria's social and sporting landscape.

The new leadership promises a vibrant chapter for the growth of the Club and enhanced experience for her members.

Tags:Ibadan Recreation Club 1902
Share this article
The Nation

Related Articles

LASTMA trains senior officers in emotional management

LASTMA trains senior officers in emotional management

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has commenced an in house training programme for its senior officers, with a focus on emotional management, as part of efforts to strengthen

5 minutes ago
SEC urges women to grow wealth through investments

SEC urges women to grow wealth through investments

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called for stronger efforts to move Nigerian women entrepreneurs away from short-term financing towards long-term wealth creation through the capital market. Director-General of

7 minutes ago
Take active part in saving Nigerian democracy, Gbenga Hashim urges NLC

Take active part in saving Nigerian democracy, Gbenga Hashim urges NLC

A former presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Gbenga Hashim, has challenged the Nigeria Labour movement to play a more active role in saving the nation’s democracy from

13 minutes ago
Arsenal expect Havertz to play in title run-in

Arsenal expect Havertz to play in title run-in

Arsenal expect Kai Havertz to play a part in their title run-in despite the forward suffering a muscular injury against Newcastle. The 26-year-old German limped off in the first half of the victory

16 minutes ago