The #DoingGood team of Senator Mukhail Adetokunbo Abiru, the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District, made a spectacular showing at the grand finale of the 2026 Ayayo Day Festival in Imota, on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

The colourful celebration, held at the Imota Sports Arena, attracted dignitaries, traditional leaders, community stakeholders and indigenes of Imota Kingdom from within Ikorodu Division and beyond, in a vibrant display of cultural pride, unity and communal solidarity.

The team participated actively in the celebration and joined other recognised groups to pay homage to the host monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Mudashiru Ajibade Bakare-Agoro, FCA, ACTI, AMNIM, Olufoworesete II, the Ranodu of Imota.

Senator Abiru was represented at the occasion by Otunba Saheed Oladapo Ibikunle, PhD, who delivered the Senator’s goodwill message to the revered monarch, the Ayayo Day Planning Committee and the people of Imota Kingdom.

In his message, Abiru congratulated the monarch and the entire Imota community on the annual cultural festival, describing Ayayo Day as a cherished celebration of the kingdom’s rich heritage, unity and communal spirit.

He commended the Ranodu for his leadership and commitment to peace, cultural preservation and the socio-economic advancement of Imota and its environs. He also noted that festivals such as Ayayo Day provide important opportunities to strengthen community bonds, celebrate shared values and renew collective commitment to sustainable development.

The Senator’s message further encouraged the sons and daughters of Imota, both at home and in the diaspora, to continue to uphold the kingdom’s cultural heritage, foster unity and support initiatives that promote peace and prosperity.

Notable community and political leader, Dr. Titilola Bolaji Onafowokan, was among the personalities who identified with the Abiru team at the celebration, adding to the team’s visible presence at the well-attended event.

The good works of Senator Abiru across Lagos East Senatorial District, particularly in Ikorodu Division, were also acknowledged by the monarch and the festival organisers.