The leading governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Dr. Akin Ogunbiyi (DAO), has announced a 20-slot full scholarship for the best graduating students of Abolarin College, Oke Ila, to study in any federal tertiary institution in Nigeria.
Dr. Ogunbiyi made the pronouncement today Monday during a visit to the palace of the revered monarch of Oke Ila, Oba Adedokun Omoniyi Abolarin, Orangun of Oke-Ila Kingdom who also serves as the proprietor of Abolarin College.
The visit formed part of his consultation tour to party chieftains and ward executives in the Ifedayo area, where he also sought royal blessings for his 2026 governorship ambition.
Speaking at the palace of Oke Ila, Dr. Ogunbiyi emphasized that “power is all about development” and reiterated his commitment to using political leadership as a platform for inclusive policies that uplift humanity. He commended the monarch for his commitment to raising future leaders through quality education, noting that such visionary initiatives deserve robust support.
According to him, the scholarship will be funded through the Arubiewe Educational Foundation, which has been running similar programs for years. Only a few weeks earlier, Dr. Ogunbiyi had extended a similar gesture to the best graduating students of Lanreleke Sports Academy, Ileogbo. He stressed that education remains a critical solution to addressing societal challenges and reducing social vices.
In his remarks, the monarch expressed deep appreciation for Dr. Ogunbiyi’s philanthropic gesture, describing him as “a humble and silent philanthropist who has positively impacted many lives.” The monarch prayed for the success of his political aspirations and urged other leaders to emulate his example.
