By Oluwasegun Aina
In a world where compassion and empathy are often scarce, Honourable Prince Michael Ogungbemi stands out as a being an astute performer complimenting Governor Oyebanji’s led administration in Ekiti State. The Chairman of Ajoni Local Council Development Area dedicated himself to improving the lives of individuals through various Empowerment programmes and Initiatives.
Prince Ogungbemi has touched the lives of People from all walks of life in numerous ways leaving an indelible mark on their journey towards a Brighter future. One of the key areas where Ogungbemi has made a significant impact is in Healthcare. His Leadership actively supports indigent individuals by covering their Hospital bills, ensuring that they receive the necessary Medical care they deserve.
Additionally, he has been a consistent presence in the nooks and crannies of Ajoni , where he Presents Gift items and support to Babies and Nursing Mothers. This compassionate gesture not only provides much-needed assistance but also brings Joy and Jope to those in need.
Recognising the Importance of Education, Prince Ogungbemi also focused on Initiatives aimed at enhancing the Educational Opportunities for Underprivileged Students through visible support for their education development, He provides Materials and Pays Examination fees for students who may otherwise struggle to afford them. He offered Scholarships to Indigent Students and Learning Materials. By investing in Education, Prince Ogungbemi is Empowering the Next Generation with the tools they need to Succeed and overcome the obstacles they face. He also organised Skills Acquisition Trainings, and Built Community Development Projects including Borehole Water Systems, Trunk C Road Network, as well as Periodic Environmental Sanitation Exercises. Moreover, Grants were given to Small scale Traders to promote Economy and Upscale Residents’ Standard of Living while Football Competitions were organised to develop Talents and foster Unity and Peaceful Coexistence among Youths.
His Philanthropic efforts have also been extended to support Widows, recognising the challenges they face and offering a Helping hand during difficult times. By providing Financial Assistance and Emotional support, He aims to Alleviate their burdens and bring Comfort to their Lives. What sets Prince Michael Ogungbemi apart is not only his Dedication to Ohilanthropy but also his Genuine care for the Masses. His Selfless acts of Kindness and Compassion are a Testament to his Noble Character.
Hon, Prince (Amb) Michael Oluwadare Ogungbemi.fcpa. A young, active and vibrant progressive politician from Ekamefa Land, Ajoni Local Council Development Area in Ekiti State.
Prince Michael Ogungbemi was born into the Adetimole Royal dynasty, Ilisa-Owaiye Quarters of Iyemero Ekiti in Ajoni LCDA of Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State.
He is the first son to the erstwhile monarch of his town, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ebenezer Agboola Ogungbemi JP, JP. fcti, fcpa, fnim. Adekoluejo l Adetimole lll Olu of Iyemero Ekiti and his mother, Olori Roseline M. Ogungbemi.
He was born about 50years ago and brought up in the Northern States of Kaduna, Borno, Kwara and finally Ekiti State.
An Accounting graduate from the prestigious University of Ado Ekiti, UNAD, now Ekiti State University, EKSU, Ekiti State, Nigeria. With additional Pathway certification from BYU, Currently undergoing Proffessionall ABM course at the Brigham Young University, BYU, Idaho, USA. His push for more knowledge in the fear of God propelled him to study theology and divinity, which accounted for his depth in the knowledge of God at the CES Institute of Religion graduated with Advanced Diploma.
A social & political analyst, who has worked with Civil Society Organizations and as a business entrepreneur.
He is wealthy in knowledge, quick witted, seasoned grassroots mobilizer and a critical stakeholder in the progressive family of the political landscape in Ekiti State.
A member of the prime egalitarian club of NIgeria, PECON. Egal to the core.
A member, MODEL in Ekiti State.
An Afenifere to the core.
The Publicity Secretary. Afenifere Renewal Group. ARG Ekiti State Chapter.
The Publicity Secretary, Afenifere Renewal Group, ARG, Ekiti State Chapter.
The Publicity Secretary, Associations of Local Government of Nigeria, ALGON, Ekiti State Chapter.
He has garnered administrative experience as a mission Auditor with the Nigerian Benin City Mission, (NBCM) Edo State, former Chairman/CEO~Krismick Nigeria Limited, (KNL) An Estate & Facility Mabnagement firm and former Director @Ogungbe & Co A Tax Management & Consultancy firm based in Ilorin.
He had held political offices as Special Adviser, Supervisor and Board Member, Ekiti State Trade Fair Management Committee, apart from being a community
leader and a critical stakeholder of the progressive party in his ward, Ikole LGA and the State.
His acts of philanthropic and generosity are not limited to providing staple food for the indigents, he had through the Jahorah Foundation empowered and has continued to empower many youths and women amongst other avenues in which he had reached out to the needy in the society.
He had aspired to serve his people by contesting for the House of Assembly seat two consecutive times and the Chairmanship seat of Ikole Local Government respectively but the privilege has not been attained.
He had served the party tremendously and shall continue to seek for platform to serve and represent his people.
An humble, coolheaded, resilient and committed political gladiator of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ekiti State.
A sound, intelligent, loyal and respectful party man even as a critica lstakeholder in the All Progressive Congress, APC in Ekiti State.
His appointment as the Secretary to the Local Government by the State Government adds another political feather to his cap and place much responsibility on his shoulder to serve the good people of Ikole Local Government as the Council Scribe by providing the desired supportive leadership direction and administrative acumen to pilot the affairs of the Council Secretariat for a period of 21 months. 2020-2021.
Presently serving as the first democratically elected Executive Chairman, Ajoni Local Council Development Area, Ayedun Ekiti and recently re-elected for a second term, where he is giving his all to the service of humanity.
A prodigy of many parts, his interests straddle his professional make up in Civil Society Organisation (CSOs), Pressure groups, Business Partnership Development, Innovative Leadership and Project & Event Management.
The Director of Operations with the Jahorah Foundation, who has participated in several Local and International Skills Development, Entrepreneurship and Leadership Trainings with Certifications that have exposed him to Event Management, Risk Analysis, Team Building & Leadership Development, Negotiation and Ideas Formulation and Evaluation.
A selfless, optimistic and charismatic team player to the core. He is a team member of (Alumni of DESPLAY Africa; Fellow of Young Aspirant LeadershipForum, YALF; Regular Participantat @t Leadership Effectiveness Accountability Dialogue ~LEAD’S SERIES OF THE Savannah Centre for Democracy, Diplomacy & Development, (SCDDD). Trained at the Centre for Constitutional Governance, (CCG). Attended the Centre for Values in Leadership, (CVL) and African Leadership Forum, ALF at the BELLS. He has served International conference organisers in the past as contact person and coordinator by mobilizing participants for events, follow ups and complemented planning before, during and after the events.
A recipient of many awards of excellence as a mark of commendation and many still in the offing. The most recent of his numerous awards (The BEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR CONFER BY THE NUJ CORRESPONDENCE CHAPEL) out of the 21 meritorious leadership awards recipient within 22 months in office, thereby, making him not a multiple award winning local Government Council Chairman in Ekiti State but a serial award winning Council Boss.
He Has repeatedly won the most outstanding local government council chairman of the year in Ekiti State from various bodies and organizations at the State, National and international Level
His character has demonstrated competence, consistent service delivery and established strong corporate culture of ideas sharing and synergy and has exhibited a reputation for integrity and loyalty. He his a loyal, matured, consistent and reliable party stakeholder in Ekiti State.
He is an epitome of innovative high performing partnerships that are symbols of the diversity and opportunities available in Nigeria’s business community with economic, community and social impacts.
He’s married to a virtuous, loving and supportive Ilisajumu woman of Isan Ekiti Olori Christianah Olawumi Olayinka Ogungbemi with precious and promising kids. And her mother line, from Okelele, Ejisun Quarters of Ikogosi Ekiti. He enjoys gulfing, studying, traveling and engages in strategic critical sessions.