Owalukare Royal Family

19/08/2026

16/06/2026

𝐎𝐥𝐮𝐤𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐚𝐦 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 2026

The Ìgbodò (𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐲𝐚𝐦) festival is a vibrant celebration in Ikare Akoko community of Ondo State, Nigeria.

The event brings the community together, and promotes unity and cultural identity.

Over the years, elders share stories, and younger generations learn about their heritage through such epoch-making event.

The festival which honours the harvest season, it used to express gratitude to God, the land, and our ancestors for the bounty.

Traditional dances, music, fun, family reunion, street carnival, and feasting are integral to the festivities.

God bless Ikare Akoko onílè obì, omo arówó soge.

Prince S. Adeshina Momoh,
Directorate of Media and Public Affairs to the Olukare of Ikare Akoko

Photo Credits: 📸 Olukare Media Team

22/04/2026

10/04/2026

Akoko North Deserves a Leader Like HON. OLUYINKA JAMES OLATUNDE

As a beacon of hope and servant leadership, HON. OLUYINKA JAMES OLATUNDE has consistently demonstrated dedication, humility, and a commitment to serving the people.

Throughout his journey, he has fostered strong relationships with his constituency, supporters, and the good people of Akoko land, always prioritizing the welfare of the masses, particularly the less privileged.

Given his exemplary leadership qualities, experience, and grassroots development initiatives, many believe he is the ideal candidate to represent Akoko North-East and North-West Federal Constituency.

Supporters and well-wishers across the state are rallying behind him, urging the leadership and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to consider him for the Representative ticket in the 2027 elections, convinced that his emergence will strengthen the party and provide effective representation for the people.

His inclusive leadership style, accessibility, and willingness to listen have earned him widespread admiration and trust.

Party loyalists, stakeholders, and well-wishers are calling on APC leaders to give serious consideration to HON. OLUYINKA JAMES OLATUNDE's aspiration, believing that his experience and strong grassroots support make him the perfect fit to represent Akoko North's interests.

Ikare Kingdom, Ondo State, Nigeria, let's unite behind HON. OLUYINKA JAMES OLATUNDE for a brighter future.

25/03/2026

*Okela Community Youth Advocates for Peaceful Coexistence in Ikare*

The youths of Okela Community passionately call on all residents and indigenes of Ikare to continue to uphold and promote the long-standing culture of peaceful coexistence that defines our town.

Ikare has always been known for unity, mutual respect, tolerance and harmonious living among its people, regardless of differences in background, beliefs, or affiliations. This peace is a priceless heritage that must be protected and sustained for the growth and development of our community.

We strongly urge all youths and stakeholders to shun any form of worrisome and negative acts capable of disrupting the peace and stability of Ikare. Acts such as violence, hooliganism, incitement, and any behavior that threatens unity must be avoided at all costs.

As young leaders and future custodians of this community, we have a collective responsibility to promote dialogue, understanding, and cooperation.

Okela Community youths posits that development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace, and it is our duty to ensure that Ikare remains a safe and progressive place for all.

We therefore call on everyone to remain law-abiding, respect constituted authorities, and work together in the interest of peace and community development.

Peace is our strength. Unity is our pride. Together, we build Ikare, making Ikare a place where dreams come true.

A. O Oloniju
Secretary,
Community Development Committee

21/03/2026