09/08/2026
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
COMPENDIUM OF THE 100 MOST ILLUSTRIOUS SONS AND DAUGHTERS OF IBADANLAND
Do you know a distinguished son or daughter of Ibadanland whose life, achievements, service and enduring legacy deserve to be documented and remembered for generations?
We invite individuals, families, institutions, organisations and communities to nominate outstanding sons and daughters of Ibadanland for consideration in the Compendium of the 100 Most Illustrious Sons and Daughters of Ibadanland.
NOMINATION CATEGORIES
1. Law & Justice
2. Medicine & Healthcare
3. Education & Academia
4. Business & Entrepreneurship
5. Politics & Public Service
6. Engineering & Technology
7. Media & Journalism
8. Arts, Culture & Entertainment
9. Religion & Spiritual Leadership
10. Science & Research
11. Agriculture & Agribusiness
12. Sports
13. Banking & Finance
14. Traditional Leadership
15. Community Development & Philanthropy
16. OTHER CATEGORIES & FIELDS
This category accommodates distinguished individuals whose contributions fall outside the major categories listed above, including other fields of significant achievement, service, leadership, innovation or impact.
WHO CAN BE NOMINATED?
A living or deceased son or daughter of Ibadanland whose achievements, leadership, service, professional excellence, innovation or other significant contributions have made a demonstrable impact in Ibadanland, Nigeria or beyond.
Both historical figures and contemporary personalities may be considered, provided they satisfy the project's eligibility, research, verification and selection requirements.
For deceased nominees, the project will document their lives, achievements, contributions and enduring legacies, ensuring that their stories are preserved for present and future generations.
WHO CAN NOMINATE?
Nominations may be submitted by:
Individuals
Families
Institutions
Organisations
Professional associations
Community groups
Socio-cultural organisations
Academic institutions
Religious organisations
Other recognised bodies
TO NOMINATE, PLEASE PROVIDE:
Full Name of Nominee:
Category:
Brief Reason for Nomination:
📧 [email protected]
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Submission of a nomination does not guarantee selection or inclusion in the Compendium.
All nominations will be carefully considered through a structured process involving research, historical verification, eligibility assessment and editorial review.
The final selection of the 100 Most Illustrious Sons and Daughters of Ibadanland will be determined by the designated Selection and Editorial Committees in accordance with the project's approved criteria and procedures.
The project reserves the right to request additional information or supporting evidence where necessary to establish the authenticity and significance of a nomination.
NOMINATE. CELEBRATE. PRESERVE THE LEGACY.
Preserving Legacies. Inspiring Generations.
Officially Endorsed by
Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII)
Let's do it together 🥰
