Hon. Obayangban Bidemi Joshua, the Special Assistant on Forestry to the Governor of Ondo State, has been honoured with the prestigious Outstanding Man of the Year award by Chronicle Magazine.
Starnews NG reports that the award ceremony took place yesterday in Akure, Ondo State.
Obayangban was recognised for his outstanding humanitarian services, community development initiatives, philanthropic projects, and numerous empowerment programmes in Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituencies.
The award was presented by Oba Festus Olumoyegun, the Oniju of Iju-Odo, and was accepted on behalf of Obayangban by Hon. Edema Idowu.
Oba Olumoyegun praised Obayangban for his significant impact and contribution to society, commending him for positively affecting the lives of others, which he described as one of the greatest legacies of any leader.
In his acceptance speech, Edema expressed heartfelt gratitude to the organisers, acknowledging such a honour. Obayangban, who is also contesting for the House of Representatives seat for Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency, appreciated the recognition.
The event was attended by notable personalities, including Prince Diran Iyantan, Prince Ayorinde Ayelemi, Hon. Segun Olajide, Mrs. Temitope Omoniyi, and Mrs. Morebise Ileri-Oluwa. The political movement from Ode-Aye was represented by Mr. Ehinmisan Mathew and Mr. Ayejumelo Tunde.
The atmosphere was further enriched by Biripo Entertainment, a traditional music group led by Job Bisi, who performed in honour of the awardee.
Hon. Bidemi Joshua Obayangban, born on 9 June 1982, has made significant contributions to his community and beyond. Raised in Ode-Aye, he has pursued a distinguished academic and professional career, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science and currently studying for a Master of Science degree in Security Psychology.
Renowned for his compassion towards the underprivileged, Obayangban has dedicated substantial resources to community upliftment, including drilling boreholes and providing scholarships to students. As a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), he has been an influential figure in Ondo State’s political landscape since 1999.
Known affectionately as “O.C General,” Obayangban is a devout Christian and a devoted member of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC). He is happily married and blessed with wonderful children.
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