… Demola Suzzy, Kulubele, Bisi Alawiye, Akintayo thrill audiences
In the spirit of the season and as part of its end-of-year engagements, the Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG) has held a statewide celebration tagged Asiwaju Christmas Fiesta across the three Senatorial Districts of Ondo State.
The fiesta, which served as a unifying gathering for members, stakeholders, and supporters of the group, featured music, fellowship, and the sharing of goodwill in line with the values of the organisation.
The celebration commenced on Sunday, December 21, in the Ondo North Senatorial District at the Cenotaph Centre, Ikare-Akoko, where performances by Sensational Kulubele and Akintayo of Bright Band thrilled the audience.
The fiesta continued on Monday, December 22, in the Ondo Central Senatorial District at the AMG Secretariat in Akure, with sensational performances by Kulubele and Sir Demola Suzzy. The final leg of the celebration was held in the Ondo South Senatorial District at the AMG Secretariat along Ondo Road, Ore, where Bisi Alawiye entertained guests.
Speaking at the event, the Director-General of the Asiwaju Mandate Group, Asiwaju Olumuyiwa Asagunla, described the fiesta as a celebration of unity, loyalty and appreciation for the unwavering commitment of members across the state. He commended their dedication and urged them to remain united, focused and steadfast as the group continues to promote the progressive governance and people-centred leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
Asagunla also paid glowing tribute to the Convener of the group and Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, describing him as a committed progressive whose leadership continues to inspire grassroots mobilisation and purposeful governance.
He noted that the vision, support and steadfast encouragement of the Minister have remained central to the growth and cohesion of the Asiwaju Mandate Group across Ondo State, adding that the Christmas Fiesta reflected Dr. Tunji-Ojo’s people-centred philosophy and enduring commitment to unity, empowerment and inclusive political engagement.
The events across the districts were attended by prominent leaders and stakeholders of the Asiwaju Mandate Group, alongside party and community leaders. In Ondo North, dignitaries present included Hon. Ife Ehindero, Member of the House of Representatives, representing Akoko North East/Akoko North West, Hon.Fatai Atere, Member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, representing Akoko North West Constituency 1, well as several party chieftains and community leaders.
The Ondo Central edition was graced by former Commissioners Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju, Hon. Tobi Ogunleye and Dr. Lawrence Ibukun, alongside the former Accountant-General of Ondo State, Chief Kelly Agboola, and many other party leaders.
In the Ondo South Senatorial District, notable attendees included the Ondo State representative at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and a leader of the Asiwaju Mandate Group, Hon. Otito Atikase; Alhaji Olurimisi, a prominent Islamic leader in the state; the wife of Senator Yele Omogunwa; Hon. Yele Akinya; and former Commissioner Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju, among others.
The celebrations were further enlivened by dance competitions through which various gift items, including blenders, electric fans, gas stoves and Android televisions, were won, while all attendees received Christmas gift packs.
Particularly at the Ondo North edition held in Ikare-Akoko, the commitment of the Convener of the Asiwaju Mandate Group and Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to youth empowerment and talent development was visibly demonstrated when a 14-year-old performer thrilled the audience and was rewarded with a cash gift of ₦250,000 on the directive of the Minister.
The gesture drew commendation from attendees and underscored Dr. Tunji-Ojo’s consistent support for young talents and grassroots engagement. Across all three Senatorial Districts, the fiesta also provided a platform for emerging artistes and comedians, with two musical acts and a comedian performing at each venue, further reflecting the Minister’s inclusive vision of encouraging creativity, youth participation and community-driven development.
The Asiwaju Christmas Fiesta provided an opportunity for fellowship and reflection, while reaffirming the group’s commitment to grassroots engagement, sustained promotion of the achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, and mobilisation for his re-election in 2027.
