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    OLUMO PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION CANADA
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    MOTTO: - UNITED WE STAND
    THE EGBA CULTURAL ANTHEM
    “LORI OKE ATI PETELE”
    IS OUR INSPIRATION
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    MOTTO: - UNITED WE STAND
    THE EGBA CULTURAL ANTHEM
    “LORI OKE ATI PETELE”
    IS OUR INSPIRATION
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    MOTTO: - UNITED WE STAND
    THE EGBA CULTURAL ANTHEM
    “LORI OKE ATI PETELE”
    IS OUR INSPIRATION
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    MOTTO: - UNITED WE STAND
    THE EGBA CULTURAL ANTHEM
    “LORI OKE ATI PETELE”
    IS OUR INSPIRATION
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    OLUMO PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION CANADA
    (OPAC)
    MOTTO: - UNITED WE STAND
    THE EGBA CULTURAL ANTHEM
    “LORI OKE ATI PETELE”
    IS OUR INSPIRATION
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    THE EGBA CULTURAL ANTHEM
    “LORI OKE ATI PETELE”
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    About The Association
    Details of the Association.

    Olumo Progressive Association Canada (OPAC) Inc, is a group of Egba and Yewa indigenes who are residing in Canada. The association was formed in 2005 by the Egba people of like minds with Mr. Bola Ajimotokan as the Pioneer President of the association.

    The OPAC’s objectives are to promote a family atmosphere and unity among Egba and Yewa descendants, to actively encourage our cultural and social values; improve and uphold the image of the Egba people and to protect our reputation in Egba and Yewa land, Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Canada, and Nigeria;

    In additional, we seek to improve the economic well-being of members as well as their families and to support neighborhood economic development of GTA, Canada, Egba Land, and Nigeria. The association believes in togetherness and peaceful co-existence among the members, regardless of the individual economic and financial status.

    The Executive Members
    Our Executive Members
    President
    Dr. Chief Teju Oyewole, President of Olumo Progressive Association Canada (OPAC), has been integral to the association's growth. He served as Assistant Secretary and later as Secretary, contributing significantly to committees at local and national levels. As an Adjunct Professor of Cybersecurity and Director of IT Security, he blends academic expertise with practical experience. Dr. Oyewole's commitment extends beyond OPAC; he holds the title of Asiwaju of Itoko, Egbaland, reflecting his influence in the community. His visionary leadership and multifaceted contributions make him a driving force in OPAC's success.
    Vice President
    I, Kudirat Olabisi Yusuph is a proud member of Olumo Progressive Association, Canada (OPAC). I am a Languist specialised in Yoruba, English and French. I bring over 30 years of experience in both French and English to our dynamic community in Toronto. Throughout my associations with OPAC, I have actively contributed immensely in different capacity to the Social and Project development of the association. I am passionate about the development of OPAC as well as my country home Nigeria and Egba Nation.
    General secretary
    My names are Jonathan Aduragbemi Kolade. I am a proud member of Olumo Progressive Association, Canada (OPAC). I was born in Lagos to the family of Alhaji Lateef Atanda Kolade from Ikija, Abeokuta. I obtained my diploma in Banking and Finance from Ogun State Polytechnic, Abeokuta. I relocated to Canada 🇨🇦 in the year 2013 where I obtained a diploma in Automotive Technology. I worked as an automotive engineer , Freight Forwarder and logistics. I joined this great association in the year 2017.Since then I have been a responsible and reliable member by contributing positively to every project carried out by this great association both home and abroad. I am looking forward to seeing this association achieving all her aims and agenda yearly. As the new General secretary,I look forward to join hands in taking this great association to higher heights.
    Asst General secretary
    I am Kafayat Yetunde Ojelabi a proud member of Olumo Progressive Association, Canada (OPAC) with a background in caregiving , I bring numerous years experience as a caregiver and welfare personality to our dynamic community. Throughout my association with OPAC, I have actively contributed to giving back home and supporting the needy . I am passionate about welfarism and giving back to the society and also dedicated to fostering unity within our association and Egbaland. As the assistant Social secretary I strive to to enhance our collective journey. Beyond our community, I am involved in caring for the needy, seniors and helpless. I look forward to continuing to build meaningful connections and contributing to the growth and success of OPAC."
    Treasurer
    Abiodun Sherif Ajiroba is a proud member of Olumo Progressive Association, Canada. From Agbole Baale Onifingba, Ijaye Kurunmi Abeokuta. Ogun State. A graduate of Humber College, Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning Toronto in Electrical Engineering Technology. (Controls). I joined our noble association as a member in 2012 and has served in various executive capacity and as follows Public Relations Officer 2015-2017,. Welfare Secretary 2017-2019. Public Relations Officer 2019-2021 Finacial Secretary. 2023 - Till Date. I also represent the local chapter currently as a Vice Chairman Egba National Association USA / CAN. I look forward to continuing to build meaningful connections and contributing to the growth and success of OPAC and ENA by promoting, propagating and preserving our cultural heritage of our dynamic community in diaspora Throughout my association with OPAC, I have actively contributed in both local and national assignment with Egba National Association.
    Financial Secretary
    Public relation officer
    Mr. Babajide Moronfolu is an experienced and award winning journalist cum broadcaster , a voice-over artiste , actor , movie/film producer  and healthcare provider . Babajide is so passionate about Egba Land because it is his maternal home , he attended his secondary and higher Institution there . He likes giving back to his society that is one of the reasons he  joined OPAC. His  ethnic professionalism was brought to fore in preserving social cultural heritage of Egba land .  In addition to his commitment, he has  served in various capacities within OPAC, presently he is a committee member of the Egba National association, ENA.
    Social secretary
    I am Mrs Esther O. Makinde-Ismail, a proud member of Olumo Progressive Association, Canada (OPAC) since 2007. With a background in Social work, Accounting and Customer service . I bring 25years experience as a social worker and 5 years in Accounting department with Revenue Canada,6years with Royal bank in customer services to our dynamic community. Throughout my association with OPAC, I have actively contributed to the organization physically and financially. I am passionate about helping the less privileged by contributing to all the projects the organization is involved in my professional Interests is dedicated to help foster and sponsor a child to get basic education in life. Currently l am the social secretary and the chairman of social committee of Opac , looking forward to continue to build and contribute to the growth and success of OPAC."
    Asst. Social Secretary.
    Dip in town and regional planning, dip in LOCKSMITHS and B S C in Banking and Finance, C E O  Ajiro locks and key, presently Asst. Social Secretary.
    Chief Whip
    Wasilat Abeke Dakeje takes pride in being a member of Olumo Progressive Association, Canada (OPAC). Hailing from Gbagura, and Agbole Afaasagi Kobiti Kenta Oloko, I attended CLI College of Business Health and Technology in Toronto, Canada, specializing as a personal support worker. My commitment to making a positive impact led me to join OPAC in 2021 to advance and safeguard cultural heritage, promote economic, social, and educational development, and facilitate meaningful dialogue among all Egba and yewa indigenes in Canada. My social work background will empower me to play a vital role in organizing community outreach programs. My genuine concern for people's welfare and mutual interest prompted me to run for the election, resulting in my emergence as the Chief Whip of the OPAC. I am dedicated to building meaningful connections and contributing to the growth and success of OPAC by promoting, propagating, and preserving our cultural heritage within the dynamic community in the diaspora. Throughout my membership with OPAC.
    Welfare officer
    Full Name: Akinola Muritala Present Office: Welfare Officer. Educational Background :Economist Work Place: Peel Region, Ontario.
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