Members

Dr. Leke Badmos, our distinguished Grand Patron, is a beacon of excellence within the Olumo Progressive Association, Canada (OPAC). A proud alumnus of the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria, Dr. Badmos holds esteemed memberships in the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of the UK and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. His extensive career includes impactful roles at Michael Garron Hospital and the University of Toronto's Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Dr. Badmos, a former President of the Medical Staff Association, has received accolades for his commitment to medical education and contributions to obstetrics, colposcopy, and surgical gynecology. Beyond his medical achievements, Dr. Leke Badmos is a philanthropist and visionary leader, notably founding CroxWell – a Multi-Million Hospital in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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.

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."

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.