ONE VOICE • ONE COMMUNITY • ONE VICTORY
*ONE VOICE • ONE COMMUNITY • ONE VICTORY*
The inter-community football competition came to an exciting conclusion as the organizer, Mr. Michael Shodeke, officially kick-started the final match by taking the ceremonial first kick.
All the sons and daughters of Oke-Ayo and eminent personalities were present at the venue to grace the inter-community football competition.
The game began with high intensity, and Gada Olugbode FC displayed a fantastic performance in the first half, scoring the lone goal to take the lead before halftime.
The second half resumed in dramatic fashion. Oke-Ayo FC pushed forward relentlessly but were initially wasteful in front of goal. Their persistence finally paid off when Idris Olanrewaju opened the score sheet for Oke-Ayo FC, leveling the match at 1–1.
A controversial goal was later scored by Gada Olugbode FC, but it was rightly disallowed in accordance with the competition rules that had been clearly stated before kickoff.
Both teams fought gallantly until the final whistle, ending regulation time in a 1–1 draw, which led straight to a penalty shootout. Idris Olanrewaju, Adewale Ibrahim, and Ayoola Abiodun calmly converted their penalties, while Gada Olugbode FC managed to score only one. The shootout ended 3–1 in favor of Oke-Ayo FC.
Amid loud cheers and celebrations, jubilation filled the atmosphere as players, supporters, and community members rejoiced in the well-deserved victory.
This historic achievement marks the first major milestone of the Oke-Ayo Central Youth Forum (OCYF) in its commitment to uniting the community and speaking with one voice to the general public. The success of the recent inter-community football competition triumphantly won by the Oke-Ayo Football Team, stands as a product of one of OCYF’s strategic structures and a testament to what unity and purposeful leadership can achieve.
We specially commend one of our proud sons of the soil, Mr. Michael Shodeke, for his unwavering focus and positive efforts in transforming the community of his birth. His contributions, alongside the steadfast support of the Shodeke family, will remain indelibly written in the history of OCYF.
Our sincere appreciation also goes to the Odo-Ona Youth Organization (O.Y.O.), the organizing body that successfully channeled this competition. We applaud your energy, stability, and dedication to promoting unity and a shared voice toward making Odo-Ona a better place to live.
We equally celebrate the outstanding synergy, discipline, and teamwork displayed by the players who proudly represented Oke-Ayo Football Team Jimoh Quadri (Arugbo), Akinwale Kolade, Ogundare Ibukun (Black), Jimoh Obadare (Dray), Seun Ogunsola, Ayoola Abiodun (Kanu), Idris Olanrewaju (Eshin), Adewale Ibrahim (Mazío), Shakiru Olasoji (Bendin) and Timileyin Omole.Your performance was superb and inspiring.
OCYF encourages continuous engagement in constructive initiatives that foster peace, stability, and progress within our communities and across the state.
To the coaching crew Coach Shola Sunday and Lanre Ogunmuyiwa (Langa) we say a heartfelt thank you for your dedication, commitment, and professional display throughout the competition.
The leadership of the Oke-Ayo Central Youth Forum, led by the President, Iyaafin Arowosegbe Bukola Deborah, alongside:
Adesola Adenike Adebayo – Treasurer
Hafeez Oyebamji – Financial Secretary
Babajide Babatunde Fadeyi – Secretary
Olasoji Olabisi Sodiq – Organizing Secretary
Pastor Orisasanyin Rotimi – Chief Disciplinary Officer
Oladiti Taoreed Oludayo – Public Relations Officer.
Reaffirms its call to all youths to remain focused, disciplined, intellectually guided, and united in purpose, while upholding teamwork and collective responsibility.
In line with our unwavering commitment to peace and development, OCYF unequivocally condemns all forms of hooliganism, civil unrest, and violence. Youths are strongly advised to conduct themselves lawfully and peacefully, contributing positively to societal growth and sustainable development.
Finally, we extend our profound gratitude to all football fans across Odo-Ona and lovers of Oke-Ayo community football who honored our invitation and turned out in large numbers to support the inter-community competition. This achievement is only the beginning. Together, we shall excel in all our endeavors.
OCYF: Progress
OCYF: Shining Bright
Forward Ever, Backward Never
Signed:
Oladiti Taoreed O.
Public Relations Officer (P.R.O.)
For: Oke-Ayo Central Youth Forum (OCYF)