Odo-Owa Monarch Confers TOBASE Title on US-based Entrepreneur, Prince Jude Rotimi
By Kaosara Olayemi Oladimeji
The Oloota of Odo-Owa, His Royal Highness, Oba Joshua Adeyemi Adimula, the Oluwanran Aniyeloye II, has conferred the chieftaincy title of TOBASE of Odo-Owa on a United States-based entrepreneur, Prince Jude Babajide Kayode Rotimi.
The title was conferred during activities marking the monarch’s 10th coronation anniversary held in Odo-Owa, Oke-Ero Local Government Area of Kwara State on Saturday, with royal fathers, members of the traditional council, chiefs and residents of the community in attendance.
In his acceptance remarks, Prince Rotimi described the honour as a call to service and pledged his commitment to the development of Odo-Owa and the promotion of unity among its people.
“This recognition is not just a title; it is a call to service, and I accept it with humility and gratitude,” he said, assuring that he would continue to contribute positively to the growth of the community, the local government area and Kwara State.
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Prince Rotimi expressed regret over his inability to attend the ceremony in person due to unforeseen circumstances, noting that members of his family were present to receive the title on his behalf.
He added that all duties and obligations attached to the chieftaincy would be fully discharged.
The new TOBASE commended the Oloota for his efforts in promoting peace, unity and progress in Odo-Owa, describing the monarch as a leader of wisdom and honour.
On behalf of the family of the late Chief Samuel Oladipupo Rotimi, the Oloke of Ikotun-Ile, he congratulated the monarch on his 10th coronation anniversary and prayed for continued strength and wisdom for him to lead the community.
INCNews247 reports that Prince Rotimi is a son of Ikotun-Ile/Odo-Owa from the Rotimi Royal Dynasty in Oke-Ero Local Government Area of Kwara State.
Born over six decades ago to the family of the late Pa Samuel Oladipo Rotimi and Alhaja Munirat Rotimi, he was raised in a disciplined home known for integrity and hard work.
He hails from a lineage of notable figures, including his grandfather, the late Pa Nathaniel Adedipe Rotimi, and great-grandfather, the late Pa David Lawani Rotimi.
He was born shortly after the passing of his great uncle, Apostle Joseph Ayodele Babalola, founder of the Christ Apostolic Church, and was named Babajide to mark the first male child born into the family after their transition.
Prince Rotimi attended CAC Primary School, Ilorin, where he obtained his First School Leaving Certificate in 1975, and Oro Grammar School, Oro, where he earned his West African School Certificate in 1980.
He later proceeded to the University of Texas at Austin in the United States, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Accounting in 1994, alongside other professional certifications.
A seasoned professional, he has worked across engineering, manufacturing, marketing, construction, hospitality and agriculture in Nigeria, the United States and other parts of the world.
He is the President and Chief Executive Officer of St. Jude Farms & Produce Nigeria Limited and STJ Family Homes.
Prince Rotimi has also served in several leadership positions, including Health Prefect at Oro Grammar School between 1979 and 1980 and Treasurer of the African Students Association at the University of Texas at Austin from 1992 to 1993.
In the diaspora, he was President of the Oduduwa Descendants Union in Seattle, Washington, between 2000 and 2004; Pioneer President of the Kwara State Association of Nigeria in the Diaspora (KSANG), Seattle Chapter, from 2003 to 2005; and Immediate Past President of the Yoruba Progressive Association of Austin, Texas, from 2018 to 2022.
He is widely known for his passion for community service, youth mentorship and cultural promotion.
In October 2024, he was conferred with the honorary chieftaincy title of Bobatunwase of Ikotun-Ile in recognition of his contributions to the development of his hometown.
Prince Rotimi is married and blessed with children.
