“IGBOORA GENERAL HOSPITAL, A SYMBOL OF HOPE”……ADEDIGBA FAMILY

The family of the late Alhaji Jimoh Atilola Adetonwa Adedigba has described the newly remodeled and renovated Igboora General Hospital as symbol of hope, care, and compassion to Ibarapa race.

The newly remodeled and renovated Igboora General Hospital was sponsored by the family in memory of the late Patriarch of Adedigba and Igboora Community leader, Late Alhaji Atilola Adetonwa Adedigba as part of activities comemorating 81st post-humous birthday of the renowned public servant and phillantropist. The event which took place at the hospital premises on Friday, 30th August 2024 had in Attendance representatives of the Oyo State Governor, Eng. Seyi Makinde, Members of the Oyo State Health Management board, Executive Chairman, Ibarapa Central Local Government and traditional rulers across Ibarapa region.

Handling over the facility to the Oyo State Government through the Oyo State Hospital Management board, Alhaja Adepeju Adedigba Giwa who spoke on behalf of the family acknowledged the supports of individuals, Oyo State Government and Igboora who has involved in the project, describing their contributions valuable.

She described the edifice as symbol of hope, beacon of health and wellness, that has been providing quality medical care and services to Ibarapa community.

According to Adepeju:

“Today marks a momentous occasion as we, the Adedigba family, proudly hand over this community hospital to the people it was built to serve. We are thrilled to see this vision become a reality and are grateful for the support and collaboration that has made it possible.

“This hospital is more than just a building; it’s a symbol of hope, care, and compassion. It’s a testament to what can be achieved when we work together towards a common goal.

“We envision this hospital as a beacon of health and wellness, providing quality medical care and services to our community. We hope it will be a place where lives are improved, and futures are brightened.

“As we hand over this facility, we entrust it to your care, knowing that it will be a valuable resource for generations to come. We urge you to utilize it wisely and ensure its continued growth and development.

“Thank you to everyone involved in this project. Your contributions have been invaluable.

“Let us celebrate this milestone together, knowing that we have created something truly special.

“Congratulations, and may this hospital bring joy, health, and prosperity to our community!” Adepeju concluded.

Family members at the event include the Matriarch of Adedigba family and the widow of the late Icon, Alhaja Wasilat Adedigba, Mr. & Mrs Kunle Adedigba, Alhaji & Alhaja Wasiu Sumbo Adedigba Adebisi, grandchildren, Alhaji & Alhaja Adepeju Adedigba Giwa, Alhaji Hassan Okunade and several members of the family

Personalities at the event included the Chairman, Oyo State Health Management Board, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, Provost of University of Ibadan College of Medicine, Prof. T.O Ogundiran, Executive Chairman, Ibarapa Central Local Government, Hon. Sola Adeleke, former Chairman, Council of Ibadan Indegenes, Chief Bayo Oyero, Chief Dr. Oje Morakinyo, Chief (Mrs) Adeyoola Ojo, Olori Amudat Akinyemi, friends of the hospital Islamic clerics lead by the Chief Imam of Igboora, Alhaji Yisau Alobalowo, Igboora indigenes and personalities within and outside Ibarapa land.

Traditional rulers include the Royal host and the Olu of Igboora, His Majesty Oba Jimoh Titiloye, Onidere of Idere, Oba Kingsley Aderoju, Asigangan of Igangan, Oba Ariwoola Aako, Asawo of Ayete, Oba Ewuola, Elempe of Tapa, Oba Titiloye Oyekanmi, Onisaganun of Saganun, Babaaso of Igbole, Onidofin of Idofin and representative of Oluaso of Iberekodo.

The late Alhaji Atilola Adetonwa Adedigba was a self – made man who grew up from a humble beginnings and died a remarkable phillantropist, religious leader and Community leader.