The Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba (Prof.) Saka Adelola Matemilola has commended leaders and members of the Ogun State Chapter of the Freelance and Independent Broadcasters’ Association of Nigeria (Ogun FIBAN) for ensuring a peaceful and orderly leadership transition that ushered in the association’s new executive.
The monarch gave this commendation during a courtesy visit by the newly inaugurated Ogun FIBAN Executive, led by its Chairman, Chief Olalekan Shoyinka, popularly known as “Ayinla Egba,” at his palace in Oke Ago-Owu on Wednesday, 4th March, 2026.
Speaking during the visit, Chief Shoyinka expressed deep appreciation to Kabiyesi for granting the delegation audience and lauded the Olowu’s royal charisma as well as his consistent advocacy for peaceful coexistence among his people. He highlighted the vital role of FIBAN in society, describing its members as grassroots media practitioners and the voice of the voiceless who create impactful content across radio, television, and digital platforms, with chapters nationwide.
Chief Shoyinka assured the monarch of Ogun FIBAN’s readiness to support programmes of the Owu Palace and its people, while also requesting that the association be actively involved in palace engagements where media partnership would be beneficial.
In his response, Oba Matemilola expressed delight at the renewed unity within Ogun FIBAN and urged members to work diligently to sustain the harmony and progress recorded so far. He reminded broadcasters of the enormous influence they wield in society, encouraging them to deploy the “power of the tongue” responsibly for positive development.
The Olowu further assured the delegation of the palace’s full support and pledged that Ogun FIBAN would henceforth be fully integrated into palace programmes and public engagements.
The occasion was also used by Chief Shoyinka to formally invite His Royal Majesty to the forthcoming 2026 World Radio Day celebration organised by Ogun FIBAN, scheduled for Friday, 13th February, where the monarch is expected to serve as the Royal Father of the Day.
The Ogun FIBAN delegation included Comrade Moses Okunlola (General Secretary), Comrade Oluwatoyin Asakpa (Financial Secretary), Comrade Olusoji Akindiya (Okanlomo), Publicity Secretary, Comrade Betty Adejare (Welfare Officer), Comrade Olalekan Atanda, Comrade Wasiu Alani (Jejelomo), Comrade Tolulope Ezekiel Obadare (Aboki Ijesa), Comrade Emmanuel Somuyiwa, Comrade Oluwaseun Adesanya, and Comrade Bafunso Kehinde.
The visit concluded with the presentation of an honorary plaque from the FIBAN National Office to the Olowu of Owu Kingdom as a mark of respect and a lasting symbol of the cordial engagement.