Ogunleye Assumes Office As 21st Rotary Club President

Rotarian Jide Ogunleye has assumed office as the 21st President of the prestigious Rotary Club Of Omole Golden in Lagos.

The official handover ceremony was held in Lagos at the weekend and was attended by members, guests, and distinguished Rotarians, both in person and virtually.

Rotarian Jide Ogunleye will begin his tenure on July 1, 2024, succeeding Rotarian Veronica Susan Isijola. The club will celebrate the handover at a fundraising investiture event on July 14, 2024 in Lagos

The event will feature  veteran journalist , Chief Dele Momodu as the Father of the Day, Olubayo Adekanbi as the Keynote Speaker, and Mr. Olufunsho Lawal as the Chairman of the Day.

In his acceptance speech, Rotarian Jide shared his vision for the club’s future, stating, “I will focus on bringing us closer together and building on the legacy of the past president. Together, we will take our club to greater heights.”

A highlight of the ceremony was the decoration of Rotarian Jide Ogunleye as a Major Donor, recognizing his generous contribution of $10,000 to the Rotary Foundation.

This significant achievement underscores his commitment to Rotary’s mission of service above self.

The ceremony also saw the presence of Mrs. Mayokun Ogunleye, a Paul Harris Fellow and the spouse of Rotarian Jide Ogunleye, adding a personal touch to the event. Past Presidents of the Rotary Club of Omole-Golden, members of the club, Rotarians from other clubs, and esteemed guests gathered to witness the historic handover.