19/03/2021
*OJUMU* , *OUR* *SYMBOL* *AND* *PACESETTER*
My first encounter with the Chairman /Founder of Ojumu Foundation, Dr. Desmond Oludare Ojumu typified the kind of person this young and proficient man is. I couldn't believe what I saw when I was opportune to meet him in his country home in Ijebu-Jesa. I thought I would not be allowed to gain access to his compound let alone entering his sitting room. But, to my utter dismay, Dr. Ojumu, upon hearing that one guy is asking to see him ordered his retinue of security to let me in. I was eagerly waiting in the sitting room expecting to see him but in no distant time, I was amazed with what his Personal Assistant told me. The PA said "Oga said you should come in". This statement got me dumbfounded because unlike some well-to-do people, you cannot even get access to their compound let alone their sitting rooms. I just can't imagine me discussing with Dr. Ojumu in his bedroom at the end of the day- this means he operates open door policy. . And before I could conclude my discussion with him, three other people were already waiting in the sitting room to see him. Dr. Ojumu who has now become a household name, symbolizes different things to different people. Some people call him Trailblazer,Pacesetter,Torch-bearer,Transformer, Philantropist,Humanitarian and so on. And from what I saw that day, I came to realize that any position we find ourselves, it is meant to make life better for others. Dr. Ojumu is not only accessible but humble, jocund, friendly, cheerful, level - headed and kind-hearted. His disposition to me that very day I met him confirms what people say about this illustrious son of Egboro Kingdom.
Words cannot be enough to express the good attributes of our Symbol who God has lifted for humanity sake. His act of philantropism is second to none. With the fact that this man has travelled far and wide, he has not gotten intoxicated with his exposure, influence and affluence. He believes it is sacrilegious for him to help others and to make a positive impact in the society. No wonder he has been nicknamed 'Ojumu dee, Imole dee' , which literally means, a light provider. One thing that has also gotten me fascinated is how this young business tycoon has been able to manage his companies in abroad and Nigeria successfully. This has portrayed this man as a good manager of human and material resources who, if given the chance to represent us in Oriade /Obokun Federal Constituency, would transform our polity and townscape for better without any depletion.
I will not fail to salute the courage of Dr. Ojumu who has been spending his personal money to promote our parry, APC for some years back. His passion for Governor Oyetola re-election bid is incomparable as evident in all his activities till date and still counting. My prayer for him is that God will continue to protect him as he goes around to oversee his business abroad and in Nigeria. God will replenish him( Dr. Ojumu) as he touches lives affirmatively with the proceeds of his personal business.
Written by:
Kareem, Adewale Taofeeq
Ijebu-Jesa, State of Osun.
