In a moment that drew loud ovation, the Rotary Club presented a Special Award of Honour to His Majesty in recognition of his remarkable leadership and contributions to societal development
Royal Applause… Rotary Club Installs New President, Honours Olota of Ota
The Rotary Club of Victoria Island East marked a significant milestone on Sunday, July 20, 2025, as it officially installed Rotarian Mokesioluwa Seun-Adedamola (popularly known as Akesi) as its 39th President.
Held at the elegant Cuson Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, the ceremony drew a host of dignitaries, most notably the Royal Father of the Day, His Majesty, Professor Adeyemi Abdukabir Obalanlege, Ph.D (Lanlege Ekun II, Arole Iganmode), the revered Olota of the Ancient and Paramount Ottaland.
In a statement released and made available to newsheadline247 by Prince Adeyemi Olusesi, Principal Secretary to the Olota, His Majesty congratulated the new club president and expressed confidence in her leadership. “Rotary has an outstanding history of service to humanity,” the monarch noted. “I am confident Rotarian Seun-Adedamola will build on this legacy and inspire greater impact.”
Kabiyesi also commended Rotary’s enduring commitment to humanitarian service, urging members to continue their mission of compassion and community upliftment. “As a people, we have a shared responsibility to care for one another,” he emphasized. “Rotary has always stood as a beacon of this value.”
In a moment that drew loud ovation, the Rotary Club presented a Special Award of Honour to His Majesty in recognition of his remarkable leadership and contributions to societal development.
The Olota of Ota further demonstrated his commitment to humanitarian service by making a generous financial donation to support the club’s fundraising efforts, reinforcing his role as a monarch deeply rooted in people-focused leadership.
