A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Hon. Banjo Ayodele has congratulatesd HRM Oba Dr. Obafemi Ogbaro JP, the Odoka of Ogbaro Kingdom Ilaje Local Government of the State, on his emergence as
the pioneer National Chairman of the Association of Traditional Rulers of Coastal Communities of Nigeria.
In a Press statement, Banjo Ayodele described Oba Ogbaro as a highly exposed and civilised traditional ruler who has the capacity to carry the huge responsibilities of leading his colleagues from the oil-rich coastal areas.
In a significant development, HRM Oba Dr. Obafemi Ogbaro JP, was elected at the inaugural meeting, which was held on 9th August, 2025 in Uyo and it was attended by the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno.
The APC Chieftain said he has no doubt that with capacity, experience, enterprising quality and foresight of Oba Dr. Obafemi Ogbaro JP, the Odoka of Ogbaro Kingdom, the Association of Traditional Rulers of Coastal Communities of Nigeria will achieve its aims and objectives of promoting unity, development, and cooperation among traditional rulers and the people of coastal areas.
With Oba Ogbaro at the helm, the association is poised to tackle pressing issues affecting these communities and foster collaboration with government agencies.
Oba Ogbaro’s emergence is expected to strengthen the bonds between traditional rulers and government officials in addressing the unique challenges faced by coastal communities across Nigeria. As a respected monarch in Ondo State, Oba Ogbaro has been vocal about issues affecting his kingdom, Ondo State, Niger Delta region and Nigeria at large.
Oba Ogbaro is currently serving as the Secretary of Ilaje Council of Obas. He was the first Deputy National Chairman of Traditional rulers of Oil Minerals Producing Communities of Nigeria (TROMPCON), immediate past National Secretary, immediate past General secretary of IPMAN Western Zone, current Ex Officio of IPMAN Western Zone (Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria)
