Hon. Abeeb Idowu Balogun Hosts Ibadan South West Constituency 2 Football Competition

Honourable Alhaji Abeeb Idowu Balogun (AIB), a prominent grassroots leader in Ibadan South West Local Government Area, is set to host the Ibadan South West Constituency 2 Football Competition, a 16-day grassroots sports initiative aimed at youth engagement and talent discovery across Wards 7 to 12.

The football competition, organised under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), will kick off on 2nd May 2026 at IMG Apata, Ibadan, and run through to the Grand Finale on 17th May 2026.

Event Details
Chief Host/Organizer: Honourable Alhaji Abeeb Idowu Balogun (AIB)
Opening Match: 2nd May 2026
Third Place Match: 16th May 2026
Grand Finale: 17th May 2026
Venue: IMG Apata, Ibadan

The tournament is designed as a platform to promote unity, sportsmanship, and youth empowerment while strengthening grassroots political engagement within Ibadan South West Constituency 2.

Distinguished Guests
The event enjoys the support of respected leaders and stakeholders across Oyo State:

Father of the Day: Otunba Seye Famojuro, renowned humanitarian and close associate of Governor Seyi Makinde

Mother of the Day: Yeyeluwa Alhaja Bose Adedibu, prominent South-West political leader and widow of the late Chief Lamidi Adedibu

Also expected at the event are PDP stakeholders in Ibadan South West, ward chairmen, community leaders, and members of the Oyo State PDP Executive Council (Exco), led by the State Chairman, Hon. Dayo Ogungbenro.

Prize Categories
A total prize pool of ₦500,000 has been set aside for outstanding teams:

1st Prize: ₦250,000
2nd Prize: ₦150,000
3rd Prize: ₦100,000
A Platform for Unity and Youth Engagement
Holding the competition at IMG Apata provides a central and accessible hub for residents of Wards 7–12 to interact directly with party leadership in a vibrant, sports-driven environment.

The gathering is expected to foster political networking, strengthen party structures, and reinforce the PDP’s “Power to the People” philosophy ahead of future electoral cycles.

Widely known as “Baba Alanu” and “Oko Awon Arugbo,” Hon. Abeeb Idowu Balogun has earned strong grassroots admiration through consistent community engagement and people-focused leadership in Ibadan South West.

With the #AIB_is_coming momentum building toward the 2027 elections, the Ibadan South West Constituency 2 Football Competition stands as both a celebration of youth talent and a clear statement of grassroots solidarity.

Indeed, it is a great moment to celebrate a leader who truly understands the pulse of the streets.