Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi (JDS), the Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland and Chairman/CEO Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, has been named as the chairman for the 2024 Igboora World Twins Festival.
The grand finale of the event is scheduled to hold at the main bowl of Methodist Grammar School Playing Ground, Saganun, Igboora by 10am on Saturday 12, October, 2024.
The global World Twins Festival is expected to host several tourists and dignitaries globally. It will have in attendance the Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde and members of the State Executive Council.
The Olu of Ilaro, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, is Royal Father of the Day, expected to lead traditional rulers to the World Twins Festival Festival.
The Man, Dotun Sanusi
Jubril Dotun Sanusi, a governorship aspirant in the 2027 elections, stands out as an ingenious masterstroke. He was born on 17 October, 1968, in Ibadan.
Chief Sanusi’s journey reflects his unrelenting pursuit of excellence and his significant contributions across various fields.
His early life was spent in the vibrant neighbourhood of Ilaji in Idi-Arere before relocating with his family to Elekuro at the age of five.
Sanusi comes from esteemed lineages, with his father from the Olugbade House and his mother from the Ilaji House, both of Ibadan.
Sanusi began his education at the Wesley Primary School in Elekuro and continued at Christ Apostolic Church Grammar School in Orita Aperin, Ibadan. These institutions played a pivotal role in shaping his early years, followed by higher education at the prestigious University of Ibadan.
Professionally, Sanusi gained experience working in the oil-rich Niger Delta region, contributing to projects in Rivers, Delta and Edo states.
His expertise in oil drilling led him to several positions with multinational companies before he ventured out to establish his own company in 2004.
Specialising in Petroleum Engineering, Sanusi later shifted to precision surveying, excelling in wide-drilling and directional drilling.
Beyond his achievements in the oil and gas sector, Sanusi’s entrepreneurial spirit motivated him to diversify into education, farming, and hospitality.
As the founder of Ilaji Farms, he promotes sustainable agriculture and, through his Ilaji Football Academy, he nurtures young football talents.
Sanusi is also the visionary behind Ilaji Resort, a luxurious destination known for its serene environment and top-tier facilities.
Sanusi is also the proprietor of the Ibadan College of Arts, Science, and Technology (ICAST), providing a comprehensive educational platform for aspiring students.
Sanusi’s cultural contributions are equally impressive, merging his passion for technology and art to create visually stunning projects that have earned him accolades across Ibadan’s artistic and technological communities.
The commitment of Sanusi to community development is evident in his advocacy for education, youth empowerment and innovation, exemplified by his mentorship and scholarship programmes.
The legacy of Jubril Dotun Sanusi as an innovative leader and a force of progress in Oyo State continues to inspire, demonstrating the transformative power of vision, dedication and service.
