Community Spotlight on Prince Abimbola Onabanjo’s Humanitarian Contributions in Ijebu-Ode
As Ijebuland reflects on the passing of Oba Sikiru Adetona, conversations across the community have naturally highlighted individuals whose longstanding service has positively impacted many lives. Among them is Ijebu prince, Omooba Abimbola Onabanjo, whose humanitarian efforts and community projects have left a notable imprint on Ijebu-Ode.
In interactions conducted by MOUTHPIECE NGR across various neighbourhoods in Ijebu-Ode, residents and community figures consistently spoke of Prince Onabanjo’s generosity, accessibility, and commitment to the welfare of others qualities he has demonstrated quietly over many years.
Humanitarian Presence and Community Support
Residents describe Prince Onabanjo as someone who supports households and vulnerable individuals across ethnic and religious lines.
Mrs. Somorin Oluwatayo recalled how he regularly distributes staple food items to different communities, noting that he extends care to Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa, and all groups around him without discrimination.
Another resident, Kayode, highlighted several roads he rehabilitated in the Ijebu-Ode GRA, noting that many were personally funded and completed long before they drew public attention.
Other testimonies narrated personal acts of support, including helping small vendors start their businesses and providing monthly relief items such as rice, cash assistance, school bags, and essential supplies to families in need.
Wider Community Outreach
Food items were distributed to multiple communities, including Ijebu-Ode Central, Imodi Ijebu, Iturin, Imodi Ijasi, Itele Ijebu, Isade Ijebu, Idowa Ijebu, Ilado Ijebu, Ijebu Ife, Ijebu Mushin, Atan, OdogboluIjebu, and surrounding areas, ensuring that support reached a broad cross-section of residents.
Infrastructure Contributions
Prince Onabanjo has also contributed significantly to community infrastructure development, overseeing the construction and rehabilitation of several roads in Ijebu-Ode, including:
• Borogun Court
• Ojushagbola Avenue
• Abusalawu Street
• A section of Taiwo Osipintan Road
These roads, many adjoining Bimbo Onabanjo Street in the Ijebu-Ode GRA, have improved accessibility, mobility, and living conditions for residents.
₦25 Million Educational Support to 25 Schools
In a notable effort to strengthen education in Ijebu-Ode, Prince Onabanjo dedicated ₦25 million to 25 schools 15 primary schools and 10 secondary schools with ₦1 million allocated to each school. This initiative was aimed at improving learning conditions, supporting school operations, and equipping students with essential educational resources.
Secondary Schools (10 recipients of ₦1 million each):
1. Adeola Odutola College Senior, Ijebu-Ode
2. Ijebu-Ode Grammar School
3. Ijebu Muslim College
4. Gloria High School
5. Reegan Canadian International School
6. Our Lady of Apostle
7. St. Anthony Nursery & Primary School (secondary section)
8. Ochariveh Good Foundation Schools (secondary section)
9. Molipa High School
10. City of Knowledge Academy
Primary Schools (15 recipients of ₦1 million each):
1. St. Anthony Nursery & Primary School
2. Wisdom Junior School
3. Mosleem Comprehensive High School (junior section)
4. Ansarudeen High School, Otta (junior section)
5. Ochariveh Good Foundation Schools (primary section)
6. Our Lady of Apostle (primary section)
7. Gloria High School (primary section)
8. Reegan Canadian International School (primary section)
(Additional primary schools to complete the total of 15.)
Distribution of 150 School Bags and Stationery to Each School
Complementing the financial support, Prince Onabanjo extended his educational outreach by providing 150 school bags filled with stationeries to every beneficiary school within Ijebu-Ode, coveringboth primary and secondary institutions.
Each school received:
• 150 school bags
• 150 sets of essential writing materials and stationeries
In total, 2,020 school bags were distributed across schools within Ijebu-Ode, ensuring that students had direct access to quality learning materials that support their studies and encourage academic engagement.
Profile of Service and Community Impact
Residents consistently described Prince Abimbola Onabanjo as a figure known for compassion, cultural rootedness, and a strong personal commitment to the development of Ijebu-Ode.
His contributions to education, infrastructure, welfare support, and individual empowerment continue to shape how community members perceive positive leadership and service.
As Ijebuland navigates this period of reflection and transition, locals are acknowledging individuals whose actions reflect service, unity, and dedication. Prince Abimbola Onabanjo’s humanitarian work remains a key part of these reflections, leaving a lasting impact on the community he serves.