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AMORAN Boss, Otunba Sokoya Joins Dignitaries at Remo Day, Backs Call for Unity in Push for New State

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Sagamu, Ogun State – The State Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Taofeek Sokoya (popularly known as Danku), was among the array of dignitaries who graced the 2025 Remo Day celebration, using the occasion to advocate for harmony between the Remo and Ijebu communities. The event, held at the Akarigbo Pavilion in Sagamu under the theme “One People, Diverse Cultures, One Identity,” saw Sokoya in the company of the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun; and other leaders. In his address, Senate President Akpabio charged the people to strengthen unity and cooperation with their Ijebu kinsmen in pursuit of the proposed Ijebu-Remo State, describing harmony as essential to the realisation of the collective aspiration. “I want you to work closely with the Ijebu people towards the creation of Ijebu State. We at the National Assembly will supp...

Christmas: Akinlawon Urges Christians to Pray for Nigeria, Leaders

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Prince Femi Akinlawon, an aspirant to the Ogun State House of Assembly for Yewa North Constituency I, has urged Christians in the state to go beyond merriment during the Christmas season and use the period to fervently pray for Nigeria and those in leadership positions. Akinlawon made the call in a Christmas goodwill message issued on Wednesday, stressing that the season, which marks the birth of Jesus Christ, should be a time for deep reflection, compassion, and intercession for the nation. According to him, while celebrations, family gatherings, and acts of charity are important, Christians must also remember the spiritual essence of Christmas by committing the country into God’s hands through prayers. The House of Assembly aspirant noted that Nigeria is in dire need of divine intervention, urging believers to pray for peace, unity, and economic recovery across the country. He also called on Christians to pray specifically for leaders at all levels of government, saying l...

AMORAN Chairman, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya Preaches Road Safety, Extends Christmas Cheer to Members

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The Executive Chairman of the Articulated Motorcycle and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, has called for responsible celebrations and heightened road safety awareness among motorcycle operators and the public during the Christmas season. In a Christmas press statement issued on behalf of the association’s National Executive Council and its nationwide membership, Otunba Sokoya extended warm festive greetings to all members, stakeholders, and Nigerians. He described the season as a time for joy, gratitude, and reflection, urging everyone to embrace the spirit of love, peace, and generosity. “On this joyous occasion of Christmas, we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, which symbolises hope, redemption, and unconditional love,” Sokoya stated. “It is a time for us to come together with our families and communities, share gifts, and extend hands of fellowship to one another.” Highlighting the increased vehicular movement typical of the period, the A...

Transport Union Leader, Otunba Sokoya Celebrates Industry Titan on 60th Birthday

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AMORAN Chairman Extols Rasak’s Legacy Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, the Executive Chairman of the Articulated Motorcycle and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), has publicly celebrated his colleague and counterpart, Dr. Sotayo Olusola Rasak (popularly known as Solebo), on the occasion of his 60th birthday. In a statement issued in Lagos, Otunba Sokoya conveyed warm congratulations on behalf of the entire executive council and membership of AMORAN, hailing Dr. Rasak’s milestone as a landmark event in the transport sector. He described the National President of the Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria (MOUN) as a visionary leader whose decades of service have significantly shaped the landscape of motorcycle transport unionism in Nigeria. “Dr. Rasak’s tenure has been marked by unwavering advocacy, strategic insight, and a deep commitment to the welfare and professional standing of operators nationwide,” Sokoya stated. The AMORAN Chairman highlighted the collaborative relationshi...

AMORAN Celebrates Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Adewale Ajayi on Royal Birthday

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SAGAMU, OGUN STATE – The Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Ogun State Chapter, has extended warm felicitations to His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, BL, LL.M, FCA, FBIR, the Torungbuwa II and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement released today, the Association’s State Chairman, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, lauded the monarch’s exemplary leadership and his steadfast commitment to the peace, justice, and socio-economic progress of Remoland. The statement highlighted the Oba’s unique blend of traditional authority and modern administrative acumen, crediting his reign as a beacon of cultural heritage and unity that has steered the kingdom toward greater prosperity. “We join the great people of Sagamu, Remoland, and the entire state in celebrating a wise ruler, a distinguished leader, and the Grand Commander of Remoland,” the statement read. The Association offered prayers for the monar...

AMORAN EXTENDS HEARTFELT CONGRATULATIONS TO HIS EXCELLENCY ON THE 39TH AKESAN DAY CELEBRATION

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Abeokuta, Ogun State – [Date of Release] – The Articulated Motorcycle and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Ogun State Chapter, under the leadership of Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, extends its warmest congratulations to His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, the Governor of Ogun State, as the esteemed Grand Matron of the 39th Akesan Day Celebration. This prestigious event, taking place on Saturday, November 29th, 2025, in Remo Land, stands as a powerful testament to the rich cultural heritage, unity, and progressive spirit of the Akesan people and the entire Remo community. In a statement released today, Otunba Sokoya lauded the Governor's unwavering commitment to the development and preservation of the cultural fabric of all communities within Ogun State. He described Governor Abiodun’s involvement as a significant honour that underscores the importance of grassroots traditions in fostering unity and sustainable development. "The Akesan Day Celebration is not m...

AMORAN Chairman, Sokoya, Hails APC's Chief Sanusi on Birthday

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ABEOKUTA, Ogun State – The Ogun State Chapter of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has joined well-wishers in celebrating the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Yemi Sanusi, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement released in Abeokuta, the State Chairman of AMORAN, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, extended the association's warmest felicitations to the party chieftain. The statement highlighted Chief Sanusi's significant contributions to the political landscape of Ogun State, noting that his "visionary leadership, sincerity of purpose, and impeccable character have been instrumental in fostering cohesion and progress." Sokoya, on behalf of the association's executive and membership across the state, commended the celebrant for his "notable integrity, wisdom, and steadfast dedication and courage in service." The birthday message included heartfelt wishes for a joyous celebration and a...