Australian University Honours Oyo F.A Chairman, Oba James Odeniran with Doctorate Degree
The Australia University has conferred the Oyo State Football Association Boss, His Royal Highness, Alakinyele of Akinyele, Oba James Oluyemi Odeniran with a Honourary Doctorate Degree in Community Development.
The Prestigious Academic award bestowed on the former FIFA badge Referee on Thursday, 26th December, 2024 by the institution is in recognition of his dedication and extraordinary contributions to society in the fields of Community Development and grassroot initiatives.
The award also recognizes Odeniran’s unwavering dedication to empowering young people, fostering inclusive communities, and driving positive change.
His engagement with young people equally falls in tandem with the vision of Peace and Conflict Management University of Australia that remains committed to its agenda of appreciating outstanding individuals with large heart to commitment to social justice .
Speaking ,Oba James Oluyemi Odeniran, appreciated IPCMI , Women’s Effect Initiative International, the Board of Trustees, and the University community for the recognition .
Oba Odeniran emphasized that the honor is not a merriment but a catalyst to do more for the community and the nation as a whole.
The former Board Member of the NFF noted that the award is not solely for him but for the entire nation, adding that it reflects the collective efforts of Oyo FA, Akinyele Community , the government, and the countless individuals , who have supported his endeavors.
The former Chairman of the Nigeria Referee Council pledged to continue to contribute his quota towards building a brighter future for Nigeria’s youth, and to inspire others to strive for excellence in Community and leadership development.
He expressed the belief that by working together, Nigeria would thrive and become a country where every young person has the opportunity to realize his or her dreams and contribute meaningfully to the betterment of the nation.
The occasion had in attendance , Council of Obas, Traditional Chiefs, Members of Oyo State Football Association, Nigeria Referee Association members, Oyo State Council, Former General Manager, Oyo State Sports Council, Gboyega Makinde, Captains of Industry, Member of Oyo State House of Assembly representing Akinyele Local Government among others.