The National Executive Council of the Ayegunle Gbede Descendants Union (AGDU) has announced the composition of the Central Planning Committee (CPC) and its sub-committees for the 2026 edition of Ayegunle Gbede Day.
The announcement marks the formal commencement of preparations for the highly anticipated annual socio-cultural celebration, scheduled for 26th December, 2026.
The development represents a significant step towards the successful organisation of Ayegunle Gbede Day 2026 as the union moves to mobilise human resources, professional expertise and community participation for the forthcoming celebration.
At the head of the planning structure is the Central Planning Committee chaired by Rasak Yomi Nasir, with Onundi Babatunde Rokeeb as Secretary.
Other members are Matthew Adekunle Alemeru, Kudirat Malik Majeed-Bonire, Jamiu Adeniyi Yusuf, Haliru Bayo Salami, Balkis Kadri, Mohammed Kolawole Lateef and Busari Idris.
The Central Planning Committee is expected to provide strategic direction, coordinate the activities of the various sub-committees, develop the event schedule and oversee the general planning as well as implementation of activities leading to the celebration.
The Chairman and members of the Central Planning Committee will work closely with the Director-General and Deputy Director-General of Ayegunle Gbede Day 2026 to ensure effective coordination, administrative efficiency and seamless execution of the event.
AGDU disclosed that the appointments of the Director-General and Deputy Director-General would be announced soon.
Meanwhile, six specialised sub-committees have been constituted to oversee critical areas of the celebration.
Finance Sub-Committee
The Finance Sub-Committee, responsible for budget preparation, fundraising, financial management and sponsorship initiatives, is chaired by Yisau Adekunle Abdulkadir, with Lukman Kazeem as Secretary.
Other members are Tajudeen Idris, Janet Bamitale Aledare, Muh’d Jamiu Suleiman, Rofiat Ebun Suleiman and Ibrahim Abdulazeez.
Media and Publicity Sub-Committee
The Media and Publicity Sub-Committee, which will coordinate media relations, publicity campaigns, public communications and promotion of the celebration, is headed by Yisau Adeyanju Yusuf as Chairman, with Hamidu D. Othman as Secretary.
Other members are Olusegun Ayindero-Oyenibi, Haruna Ishola Owonare, Myles Olusesan Babalola, Olukayode Joseph Olugbemi and Yunus Bojuwon.
Security Sub-Committee
The Security Sub-Committee has been constituted under the chairmanship of Bolaji Bojuwon, with Aisha Modupe Ayuba as Secretary, to ensure adequate security and maintain order throughout the celebration.
Other members are Naheem Abdul, Bashir Audu, Taofik Ibrahim, Ojo Eleta and Dele Abdulkadri Ekundayo.
Venue and Logistics Sub-Committee
The Venue and Logistics Sub-Committee, saddled with responsibility for venue arrangements, physical infrastructure, logistics and operational support, is chaired by Ganiyu Othman, with Moshood Ibrahim as Secretary.
Its members include Abdulrasheed Bashir, Lukman Owonare, Isiaka Olalekan Lawal, Usman Ashir Omojarabi and Musa Adekunle Ahmed.
*Entertainment and Refreshment Sub-Committee*
The Entertainment and Refreshment Sub-Committee, which will oversee cultural performances, entertainment activities, refreshments and hospitality arrangements, is chaired by Muritala Aliyu, while Balkis Bamitale Yahaya serves as Secretary.
Other members are Hafsat Shola Balogun, Khadijat Shola Mejabi, Ramota Funke Alhasan, Idiat Ahmed Abdulsalam and Ibrahim Amidu Adex.
*Contact and Mobilization Sub-Committee*
In the area of community engagement and grassroots participation, the Contact and Mobilization Sub-Committee is chaired by Eleta Oluseyi Kelvin, with Julius Alegbejo as Secretary.
Other members are Abbas Abubakar, Amodu Ibikunle Abubakar, Ramat Dupe Ganiyu, Abdulrahman Omojarabi, Usman Ayo Aminu, Tawa Lateef, Odunayo Amupitan, Ahmed-Ade Fatai and Elder Paul Fayomi.
The constitution of the committees underscores AGDU’s commitment to an inclusive and well-coordinated planning process, bringing together members of the community with diverse capacities and experiences to contribute to the success of the celebration.
With the release of the committee list, preparations for Ayegunle Gbede Day 2026 have officially commenced. The forthcoming announcement of the Director-General and Deputy Director-General is expected to complete the event’s leadership structure and further strengthen coordination of the planning process.
Ayegunle Gbede Day remains an important platform for celebrating the community’s cultural heritage, promoting unity among indigenes and descendants, strengthening communal bonds and advancing collective aspirations for the development of Ayegunle Gbede.
