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CARDINAL ODUNMBAKU Cardinal Odunmbaku ENDORSES Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 AS SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) is pleased to announce the official endorsement of Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 by His Eminence Cardinal James Omolaja Odunmbaku, Cardinal Odunmbaku a respected clergy leader and prominent member of the Governance Advisory Council (GAC).

The endorsement was confirmed on Friday, 15th June 2026, following a strategic engagement with the founder of the foundation, King Ogunremi, on the urgent need to address the growing challenge of illicit drug abuse among Nigerian youths.

During the discussion, Cardinal Odunmbaku Cardinal Odunmbaku expressed deep concern about the increasing impact of substance abuse on the mental health, wellbeing, and future of the younger generation. He commended the vision behind the Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign (DAAC) and described the initiative as a timely intervention that requires the collective support of religious leaders, government agencies, parents, and community stakeholders.

The foundation is honoured to confirm that His Eminence Cardinal Odunmbaku Cardinal Odunmbaku will serve as one of the special guest speakers at Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 scheduled to hold on Saturday, 27th June 2026 at the Palace of the Onitire of Itireland, Surulere, Lagos State.

This endorsement represents another major milestone for the campaign as preparations continue to unite communities, faith institutions, and strategic partners against drug abuse in Nigeria.

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NURTW LAGOS STATE CHAIRMAN Alhaji Adekunle Adio Olanrewaju ENDORSES Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 IN PARIS MEETING WITH King Ogunremi

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) is proud to announce a major partnership milestone following the official endorsement of Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 by the Lagos State chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Mustapha Adekunle Adio popularly known as “Sego.” Alhaji Adekunle Adio Olanrewaju

The endorsement was made during a strategic meeting held in Paris, France, between the NURTW chairman and the founder of KOF, King Ogunremi, where both parties discussed the growing menace of illicit drug use among transport workers and Nigerian youths.

During the meeting, a partnership was agreed in principle between the King Ogunremi Foundation and the NURTW to support awareness, sensitisation, and community-based intervention programmes aimed at reducing substance abuse within the transport sector and local communities.

Alhaji Adekunle Adio Olanrewaju Alhaji Adekunle Adio Olanrewaju commended the foundation for its proactive and humanitarian approach toward tackling drug abuse, describing the initiative as a timely intervention in addressing a major social challenge affecting families, transport workers, and young people across Nigeria.

King Ogunremi expressed appreciation to the NURTW leadership for identifying with the vision of Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 and reaffirmed the foundation’s commitment to using advocacy, community engagement, and strategic partnerships to create safer and healthier communities.

This collaboration marks another significant achievement for Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 as preparations continue toward the major anti-drug awareness campaign scheduled to hold at the Palace of the Onitire of Itireland, Surulere, Lagos State.

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KING OGUNREMI FOUNDATION ACHIEVES OFFICIAL SCUML REGISTRATION WITH EFCC

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) is proud to announce its official registration with the Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) under the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday, 7th May 2026.

This important milestone reflects the Foundation’s commitment to transparency, accountability, integrity, and compliance with the laws and regulations guiding non-governmental and charitable organisations in Nigeria.

The SCUML registration certifies that the King Ogunremi Foundation has been duly registered in accordance with Section 17(2)(a) of the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, strengthening the Foundation’s credibility in community development, youth empowerment, drug abuse awareness campaigns, health intervention projects, and social impact initiatives across Nigeria.

Speaking on the achievement, the founder of KOF,King Ogunremi, described the registration as a major institutional step toward building a trusted and globally respected humanitarian organisation dedicated to sustainable community transformation.

The Foundation expressed appreciation to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and SCUML for their professional regulatory support and reaffirmed its dedication to ethical operations, good governance, and impactful service delivery.

This achievement further positions KOF as a responsible and compliant organisation committed to advancing positive social change within local and international communities.

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PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT TO ALL ITIRE RESIDENTS & BUSINESS OWNERS

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF), in collaboration with His Royal Majesty, Oba Tajudeen Odubiyi, is pleased to announce a special opportunity for all registered local businesses, small-scale enterprises, and medium-scale businesses within the Itire community to showcase and promote their products and services during the historic Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 event.

The Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign (DAAC) Itire 2026, themed “Faith in Action: United Against Drug Abuse,” will bring together community leaders, government agencies, youth groups, creatives, entrepreneurs, and residents from across Lagos State.

As part of the community development vision of King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) and the Palace of the Onitire of Itireland, designated business promotion slots will be provided for local vendors, entrepreneurs, artisans, fashion brands, food businesses, barbers, creatives, and service providers to gain visibility and connect with attendees during the event.

Interested businesses are encouraged to register immediately as limited slots are available.

Venue: Palace of the Onitire of Itireland, Itire, Surulere, Lagos
Date: Saturday, 27th June 2026
Time: 12 Noon

For Registration, Sponsorship, Collaboration & Business Slots:
0802 397 7883
0813 197 6334

Together, let us support local businesses while promoting a drug-free and empowered Itire community.

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King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN seminar 2025: General Spanky appointed Chief of Staff of King Ogunremi Foundation.

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) proudly announces the official appointment of Mr Oluwabunmi Afis Mogaji, popularly known as General Spanky, as the Chief of Staff of the foundation during the historic King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN seminar 2025 held at the Elomaz Conference Centre, Maryland, Lagos, Nigeria.

The presentation of the Certificate of Appointment was conducted by Dr Ayodele Sh*ttu, senior lecturer, Department of Economics, University of Lagos, in recognition of Mr Mogaji’s dedication, leadership, and continuous contribution to youth empowerment and community development initiatives championed by the foundation.

Speaking during the presentation, the founder of KOF, King Ogunremi, described the appointment as a strategic step toward strengthening the Foundation’s administrative structure and expanding its impact across grassroots communities in Nigeria and beyond.

As Chief of Staff, (General Spanky) will support the coordination of KOF programmes, including youth engagement projects, the King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN) initiative, the Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign (DAAC), and other empowerment and community intervention activities.

The appointment marks another significant milestone in the foundation’s vision of building sustainable community leadership, innovation, and social transformation through collaboration and service.

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King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN seminar 2025 showcases strong grassroots engagement among Nigerian barbers.

The April 2025 seminar of King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN), held at the Elomaz Conference Centre in Maryland, Lagos, recorded a remarkable turnout, as evidenced by the vibrant cross-section of local barbers captured during the session.

The image reflects a diverse gathering of over 100 passionate barbers from across Lagos and beyond, all by a shared commitment to professional growth, innovation, and economic empowerment.

Attendees were actively engaged throughout the seminar, demonstrating keen interest in the discussions on skill development, financial independence, and the transformative potential of the barbering industry.

This strong participation underscores the growing relevance of King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN as a leading platform for grassroots empowerment within Nigeria’s informal economy. The seminar provided not only technical insights but also a sense of community and collective purpose among practitioners.

Speaking on the significance of the turnout, founder King Ogunremi highlighted that the engagement level seen at the seminar validates the vision behind KBCN to bridge opportunity gaps and empower local barbers through structured initiatives such as the sponsored haircut voucher scheme.

The event stands as a milestone in King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN’s journey, reinforcing its role in shaping a more organized, skilled, and economically viable barbering sector in Nigeria.

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King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN seminar 2025: King Ogunremi Foundation receives £1,000 Grant to advance youth empowerment

Lagos, Nigeria — April 2025

At the landmark King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN seminar held in April 2025 at the Elomaz Conference Centre, Maryland, Lagos, the King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) and King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN) recorded another major milestone with the presentation of a £1,000 grant from The Barber Connect Project Ltd, United Kingdom.

The grant, presented during the seminar, forms part of ongoing international support for KOF’s grassroots empowerment initiatives, particularly its innovative Sponsored Haircut Voucher Programme, which continues to uplift local barbers and strengthen Nigeria’s informal economy.

The seminar, which brought together over 100 professional and aspiring barbers, industry stakeholders, and development partners, served as a platform for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and economic empowerment within the barbering sector.

Founder of KOF and KBCN, King Ogunremi, described the grant as a significant boost to the foundation’s mission:

“This support is a strong endorsement of the work we are doing. It will help us scale our empowerment programmes, support more local barbers, and deepen our community impact.”

The grant presentation was witnessed by distinguished guests and collaborators, including:

Mrs. Kehinde Okoroafor, Kehinde Adelaja Okoroafor CEO, MakeMee Elegant Foundation
Mr. Segun Sh*ttu, CEO, PayneGrade Enterprises
Mr. Olusegun Adebayo, CEO, Harmony Store NG
Dr. Ayodele Sh*ttu, Senior Lecturer, Economics Department, University of Lagos.

Their presence highlighted the growing recognition of King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN as a transformative platform within Nigeria’s creative and informal sectors.

The King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN seminar 2025 not only marked the official rollout of key empowerment initiatives but also reinforced the Foundation’s commitment to bridging local practice with global partnerships. The support from The Barber Connect Project Ltd UK further strengthens KOF’s position as a transnational social impact organisation dedicated to youth development and economic inclusion.

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King Ogunremi achieves landmark milestone with launch of copyrighted empowerment innovation in Nigeria

Lagos, Nigeria — April 2025

In a historic and forward-thinking development, King Ogunremi, founder of the King Ogunremi Foundation and King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN), successfully launched his ground breaking Sponsored Haircut Voucher Initiative at the Elomaz Conference Centre, Maryland, Lagos. The seminar, which attracted over 100 local barbers, marked the first official KBCN professional gathering and a defining moment in grassroots economic empowerment within Nigeria’s informal sector.

At the heart of this milestone achievement is the formal recognition of the haircut voucher as an intellectual property, duly registered with the Nigerian Copyright Commission. This registration establishes King Ogunremi as the original author of a social innovation designed to bridge empowerment, financial inclusion, and community engagement through barbering.

The initiative provides structured economic support to local barbers while simultaneously offering subsidized grooming services to communities. It reflects a model that merges creativity with social enterprise demonstrating how informal economies can be strengthened through innovation and policy-aligned frameworks.

This achievement is further enriched by King Ogunremi's academic pursuit in BSc (Hons) Youth Studies at London Metropolitan University. His work exemplifies the practical application of academic theories in youth development, social intervention, and community engagement. By transforming research-informed ideas into real-world solutions, he continues to position himself as a transnational ambassador linking education, entrepreneurship, and social impact across the UK and Nigeria.

Speaking on the initiative, King Ogunremi emphasized that the project is not just about haircuts, but about “restoring dignity, creating economic pathways, and redefining empowerment through culturally relevant systems.”

The success of this seminar and the intellectual property registration signals a new chapter for King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN), setting a precedent for innovation-driven community development in Nigeria.

About KBCN
King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN) is a platform under the King Ogunremi Foundation dedicated to empowering barbers through training, innovation, and financial support initiatives across Nigeria.

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King Ogunremi Foundation – King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN)

The King Ogunremi Foundation proudly presents the evolution of its flagship empowerment initiative, King's Barber Connect Nigeria (KBCN), a leading barbering and grooming empowerment platform dedicated to strengthening Nigeria’s informal creative economy.

Established in 2018 as “Barber Connect”, King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN has grown into a nationwide intervention programme focused on skills empowerment, youth inclusion, and small business support within the barbering sector. The platform operates under the King Ogunremi Foundation as a structured initiative designed to uplift local barbers through sustainable economic opportunities.

To date, King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN has:

Empowered over 500 professional local barbers across Nigeria.

Distributed more than 37,500 sponsored haircut vouchers nationwide.

Generated an investment impact of over ₦37million into grassroots barbering enterprises

Supported the informal economy by increasing customer flow and income stability for local barbers.

Through its innovative Sponsored Haircut Voucher System, King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN bridges community members, youth beneficiaries, and barbers creating a circular economy that strengthens livelihoods while promoting dignity of labour.

The unveiling of the new King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN logo represents a renewed commitment to excellence, unity, and expansion. The emblem reflects identity, professionalism, and the royal vision of the King Ogunremi Foundation in transforming grassroots entrepreneurship into structured opportunity.

King's Barber Connect Nigeria KBCN remains committed to scaling its impact across Nigeria by continuing to empower local barbers, support youth-led enterprise, and strengthen community-based economic development.

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STAGE SET FOR Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 AS COMMUNITY PREPARES FOR LANDMARK ANTI-DRUG CAMPAIGN

Itire, Lagos State — April 2026

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) is pleased to announce that preparations are in full swing for the highly anticipated Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign (DAAC) ITIRE 2026, scheduled to hold on Saturday, 27th June 2026 at the Onitire Palace, Itire, Surulere, Lagos State.
The event stage and production setup are currently underway, signaling a major milestone in the build-up to what promises to be a historic and impactful gathering within the Itire community. The scale of preparation reflects the seriousness and commitment of all stakeholders involved.

With the theme “Faith in Action: United Against Drug Abuse,” DAAC ITIRE 2026 is a strategic community intervention designed to address the rising challenge of substance abuse among young people. The programme will feature structured awareness sessions, youth mentorship, community dialogue, and empowerment initiatives aimed at fostering long-term behavioural change.
The campaign is being convened by the King Ogunremi Foundation in collaboration with His Royal Majesty, the Onitire of Itireland, and key institutional partners including the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), which serves as a critical government collaborator in advancing drug prevention and sensitization efforts.

The event is expected to engage over 500 young participants, alongside dignitaries, community leaders, security agencies, and development partners. The presence and partnership of the NDLEA further strengthens the credibility and impact of the initiative, ensuring alignment with national strategies for combating illicit drug use.

Speaking ahead of the event, the founder of KOF, King Ogunremi, stated:

“This stage represents more than a physical structure—it is a platform for transformation. With the support of NDLEA and our community leaders, we are building a united front against drug abuse and creating real opportunities for our youth.”

Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign DAAC ITIRE 2026 will also feature creative performances, stakeholder engagements, and the introduction of sustainable initiatives such as the Safesound Creative Hub, designed to provide continuous support, skills development, and positive engagement for young people beyond the campaign.

The King Ogunremi Foundation calls on sponsors, partners, and the general public to support and participate in this landmark initiative as the Itire community takes a bold and united stand against drug abuse.

Together, we can build a safer, healthier, and drug-free society.

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King Ogunremi Foundation SECURES OFFICIAL REGISTRATION WITH NDLEA . A MAJOR MILESTONE IN THE FIGHT AGAINST DRUG Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign

Lagos, Nigeria — April 22, 2026

The King Ogunremi Foundation (KOF) is proud to announce a significant milestone in its mission to combat illicit drug abuse and promote youth development across Nigeria. The foundation has been officially registered as a collaborating Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).

According to the formal letter issued by the NDLEA’s Directorate of Prevention and Sensitization, the King Ogunremi Foundation has successfully fulfilled all requirements for registration and has been duly recognized under registration number NDLEA/DPS/NGO/006/2026. This accreditation affirms KOF’s active role in drug abuse prevention, public sensitization, and community-based intervention efforts.

This achievement marks a critical step forward in strengthening institutional collaboration between KOF and Nigeria’s foremost anti-drug agency. It also provides a solid framework for expanded outreach, structured programs, and increased impact in addressing substance abuse among Nigerian youth.

Speaking on the development, the founder of the foundation, King Ogunremi, expressed deep appreciation to the NDLEA for the recognition and trust placed in the organization:

“This registration is not just an endorsement; it is a responsibility. We are grateful to the NDLEA for acknowledging our efforts and giving us the platform to do more. Together, we will intensify our campaigns, deepen our community engagement, and build a drug-free generation.”

The NDLEA, in its communication, also emphasized the importance of accountability, periodic reporting, and adherence to guidelines as part of the collaboration highlighting a shared commitment to measurable impact and sustainable change.

This milestone comes at a crucial time as the foundation prepares for its flagship initiative, DAAC ITIRE 2026 (Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign ), scheduled to hold in June. The event is expected to engage over 500 young people through awareness sessions, mentorship, empowerment programs, and community dialogue.

The King Ogunremi Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to bridge advocacy with action leveraging partnerships, community leadership, and innovative interventions to tackle the growing challenge of drug abuse.

Together, we can build a safer, healthier, and drug-free society.

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