Hon. Ayegbo Omoleyin Jude, the Executive Chairman of Akoko South East Local Government 001 addressing the Players before the Kick-off. Of Ipe Day Football competition final between Iba team vs Ilegbe team on 24 July 2026

The 2026 Ipe Day Football Competition reached an exciting climax as Hon. Ayegbo Omoleyin Jude (001), the Executive Chairman of Akoko South East Local Government, addressed players and officials before the final match between Iba Team and Ilegbe Team on 24 July 2026. In his remarks, the Chairman emphasized unity, fair play, discipline, and youth development through sports. The football final formed one of the major highlights of the Ipe Day celebration, bringing together sons and daughters of Ipe at home and abroad in an atmosphere of peace, friendship, and community pride. His presence demonstrated the local government's continued commitment to promoting grassroots sports and empowering young people across Akoko South East.