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The Legacy of High Chief R.F. Omotade

Education is a Right,
Not a Privilege

Sustaining the vision of the Obanla of Ijero. We are a non-profit dedicated to providing scholarships and tuition support for the brilliant minds of Ijero Ekiti.

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What We Do

Our Strategic Objectives

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Academic Scholarships

Providing financial awards to brilliant but financially challenged students to ensure merit is never limited by means.

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Tuition Support

Direct sponsorship of tuition fees for secondary school students in the Ijero community from JSS through SSS.

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Future Expansion

Working toward extending our multimillion-naira support project to Federal Government tertiary institutions.

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"No brilliant child should be denied the right to sound education on the ground of lack of financial resources."

Installation of High Chief Omotade
Installed 12th July, 1945
Teacher and Civil Servant Era
The Educator & Civil Servant
Established 1896

The Life & Times of
Obanla Obaasa of Ijero".

Fagbenro Omotade was a man of action, a visionary leader, and a "Teacher of Genius" whose influence lifted the vision of the Ijero people to higher heights. From his distinguished service to his installation as the **Obanla and Obaisa (Baasa) of Ijero**, he remained a "Great Rock of Gibraltar" for his people.

The Educator

The primary force behind Doherty Memorial Grammar School, the first public school in Ekiti province.

The Judicial Leader

President of Ijero Grade B Court, dispensing incorruptible justice with integrity and traditional wisdom.

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Leadership & Governance

Board of Trustees

Governed by a distinguished Board committed to sustaining the multimillion-naira legacy project of High Chief R.F. Omotade.

General S.K. Oni (Rtd)

General S.K. Oni (Rtd)

Chairman
Mr. J.A. Adeniran

Mr. J.A. Adeniran

Pastor J.O. Omotade

Pastor J.O. Omotade

Mrs. O.A. Thompson

Mrs. O.A. Thompson

Pastor Sanya Olagunju

Pastor Sanya Olagunju

Dr. Dolapo Fasawe

Dr. Dolapo Fasawe

Ms. Christine Levi

Ms. Christine Levi

Mr. O.O. Omotade

Mr. O.O. Omotade

Secretary