The Ogun State Government has formally recognised Oba Olumide Atanda Osunsina as the Olu of Ifo land with the presentation of his staff of office on Friday, November 13, 2026.
Osunsina, who bears the title Òsómékùn I, succeeds the late Oba Samuel Atanda Oladipo Ayerowunwi.
The presentation formally confirms his position as the traditional ruler of Ifo following the customary selection process.
Reacting to the presentation, the monarch described the staff of office as a recognition that comes with responsibilities to the people of Ifo.
“A staff of office is not given lightly, and I do not receive it lightly,” he said. “It is the government’s confirmation of what the kingmakers already know; that I built Megamound from nothing, and I will hold this throne, and everyone around it, to the same standard I have always held myself to. From now on, it’s Ifo first.”
Osunsina said the interests of Ifo would remain central to his reign.
Before his emergence as Olu, Osunsina was involved in Nigeria’s real estate sector and community development activities. He founded Megamound Investment Limited, a property development company, in 1992.
He also established the Olumide Osunsina Foundation, which supports educational, vocational and healthcare initiatives, including scholarships, technology hubs, vocational training and medical outreach programmes in Ifo.
The new monarch previously held the traditional titles of Asiwaju Bobagunwa and Otunba in recognition of his involvement in community affairs and service to Egbaland.
His emergence comes as Ifo continues to experience population growth and expanding commercial activities, partly due to its proximity to Lagos.
As Olu, Osunsina is expected to provide traditional leadership, promote the preservation of the community’s cultural heritage and engage with residents and government authorities on issues affecting the area.
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