…Revisit Call for Establishment of University
Key stakeholders in Efon Alaaye Kingdom, led by its paramount ruler, the Obalufon Alayemore, Alaaye of Efon Kingdom, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr.) Emmanuel Adesanya Aladejare, Agunsoye II, has renewed calls for increased government presence and contributions to the community. They also revisited the long-standing demand for the establishment of a university to boost the kingdom’s economic and social development.
The call was made during the Efon Day 2025 celebrations, tagged EfonXtraVaganza, held at the town’s mini stadium. The colourful event attracted indigenes, friends, and well-wishers from across Nigeria and beyond.
In his address, Oba Aladejare urged his subjects to remain united and committed to the realization of the ₦1 billion Efon Alaaye Strategic Development Fund, conceived a few years ago, to accelerate the kingdom’s transformation. He encouraged them not to relent in their communal efforts, stressing the importance of pursuing the community’s developmental goals with renewed vigor.
The monarch also reminded the people of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s advice on harnessing Efon’s tourism potential. He cited the Oke Sagbonke Hiking Experience held in April 2025, tagged Hike and Dine in the Clouds, as an example of how the town’s unique landscape could be developed into a sustainable tourism hub.
Earlier, Chairman of the Central Planning Committee for EfonXtraVaganza 2025, Barrister Olajide Olakanmi Panaf, commended the financial sacrifices made by the people despite prevailing economic challenges. He further appealed to local and foreign investors to take advantage of Efon’s fertile land, favourable weather, and tourism potential for agriculture and business ventures.
“Despite the town’s rugged topography, we have continued to improve afforestation by planting trees to combat climate change, making Efon a safe and sustainable environment for investors,” he said. He emphasized that the greatest aspiration of the community remains.
