26/10/2026
OGUN SUBEB CELEBRATES IFEDE'S BIRTHDAY, REAFFIRMS COMMITTMEMT TO STAFF WELFARE
The Management and Staff of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) have celebrated the Executive Chairman, Evangelist Joshua Olalekan Ifede, with a surprise birthday celebration, during which he pledged improved staff welfare.
The event, held on Monday at the Board’s Conference Room, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, saw the Chairman express appreciation to the staff, promising to do more to enhance their well-being. He announced the constitution of a committee to ensure that every staff member is celebrated on their birthday.
Evangelist Ifede described birthdays as opportunities to thank God for the gift of life and urged staff to embrace kindness, humility, faithfulness and mutual respect, irrespective of position. He also emphasised the need for effective monitoring and appropriate systems to improve service delivery.
He commended the education-friendly Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for facilitating access to Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) counterpart funds up to 2026, noting that the achievement had enhanced the standing of Ogun SUBEB among its counterparts nationwide.
The Chairman appreciated the staff for their support, prayed for them and encouraged them to remain patient, trust in God and uphold good character.
In his remarks, the Permanent Member IV of the Board, Rt. Hon. Akeem Balogun, described Ifede as a visionary leader, team player and role model who understands basic education administration and responds positively to staff needs. He prayed for his long life and prosperity.
The Ex-Officio Member, Hon. Adewale Adeogun, described the Chairman as a loving and responsive leader who serves as a father figure to his staff.
Speaking on behalf of the Headteacher-General, the Headteacher-General of Egba Division, Mrs. Folake Onabajo, praised Ifede as a visionary leader and role model, wishing him greater achievements.
The Director of Management Services, Mr. Remi Kovobau, speaking on behalf of the Directors, noted that the Chairman was widely appreciated and wished him a happy birthday.
Similarly, TPL Ayoola, representing the Conference of Education Secretaries of Local Government Education Authorities, commended the Chairman’s leadership and positive impact on lives, while Mrs. Temitope Bamgboye, speaking on behalf of other staff, described him as a caring father who prioritises staff welfare.
Earlier, the Board Secretary, Mrs. Olubunmi Oso, welcomed guests and expressed gratitude to God for preserving the Chairman’s life. She noted that the occasion provided an opportunity to celebrate a leader whose contributions to the Board had made a positive difference.
Mrs. Oso described Evangelist Ifede as a game changer, a committed team player, a selfless and God-fearing leader, and a boss who understands his responsibilities. She highlighted his leadership qualities, noting that his approach had strengthened love, unity and cooperation among members of staff. She also expressed her personal satisfaction with working alongside him, commending his leadership style and wishing him continued good health, greater accomplishments and many more years of impactful service.
Highlights of the celebration included a cultural performance by SUBEB staff, the presentation of gifts to the Chairman by Board Staff, friends and associates and special prayers for the celebrant by Christian and Muslim clerics.