Justice, Development & Peace Movement
Catholic Diocese Of Oyo
+234 (0) 813 438 0797
contact@jdpmoyodiocese.org
JDP House, Mobolaje Oyo
P.O.Box 1458,Oyo
Justice, Development & Peace Movement
Catholic Diocese Of Oyo
contact@jdpmoyodiocese.org
P.O.Box 1458,Oyo
Justice, Development & Peace Movement
Catholic Diocese Of Oyo
JDP Office, Opposite Ajiga Filing Station, Off Stadium Road, Mabolaje Area, Oyo town
+234 (0) 813 438 0797
contact@jdpmoyodiocese.org
In an effort to raise the next generation of competent young politicians through digital media on civic engagement, the Jdpmoyo through the Social Transformation Movement of Nigeria organized a-day workshop on "Strategic training on the use of new media as a tool to cause change, attract government and generate income by young politicians" in the Catholic Diocese of Oyo.
Welcoming the participants from Oyo and environs, the Coordinator of Jdpmoyo, Rev Fr Gabriel Adeleke, represented by the Assistant Coordinator, Rev Fr Matthew Olayinka Oladosu said, the waves and speed of new media is taking the global centre stage in local and international development.
He advised the youths to make use of the valuable opportunities online to make legitimate money and invest in their personal development to drive positive social change rather than chatting always.
The programme was facilitated by the Team Lead of Act Hub Africa, Mr John Femi Olla, a social development and ICT expert who explained various ways through digital media, notably, how the social media platforms can help in channeling proper energies and advocacy for positive developmental changes in the society.
Sustainable agricultural development is an integral part of humanity that promotes a peaceful society through bio food security. This resonates one of the core mission of Rural Development Programme (RUDEP) of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo in a bit to ensure improved livelihood for farmers in Oyo, Oke-ogun and Ogbomoso.
The team led by the Head of Dept (RUDEP), Mr Anthony Ogunnupebi was received by Dr. A. O. Oyebanji, the
Director (Perishable Research) who explains that the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute is one of the Research Institutes under the supervision of Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) in the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
According to him, "The Institute was established in 1948 as West African Stored Products Research Unit WASPRU) during the colonial era of the country to assess the quality of exportable crops from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Gambia to United Kingdom. It became Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute after the independence in 1960. Since the inception of the Institute, it has been supervised by different Ministries".
The team later meet with Engr Adeiza Andrew and Engr (Dr) Ogunjinrin who took the farmers around the facilities such as : Silo which has capacity to accommodate about 100 tonnes of grains, Wooden Crib, Experimental Silos, Eco-friendly fish smoking kiln, Fruits and Vegetable Shed, Fruits Dryer, Hybrid Dryer, Ice Fish Box, Large Capacity Electrical Dryer, Parabolic Solar Dryer and Ventilated Yam Barn.
The Institute Executive Director Dr. (Mrs.) P. O. Pessu, represented by Engr. (Dr.) F. F. Olayemi, Director (Research Operations) says, The Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute conduct Research into the post harvest handling adding that NSPRI disseminate results of research through appropriate Extension methods to improve competence and skills of farmers, industrialists, produce handlers and inspectors.
He further stated that the excursion was timely because it would go a long way in spreading the best storage practices amongst others to Oyo States. Engr (Dr) Olayemi maintained that the institute is mandated to conduct research into: Improvement and maintenance of quality of perishable crops including all roots and tuber crops, fruits and vegetables and other such crops.
He maintained the institute also sees into the Improvement and maintenance of quality of perishable crops including all roots and tuber crops, fruits and vegetables and other such crops, Improvement and maintenance of the quality of durable crops including cereal grain, pulses, oil seeds from the farm level to commercial level including export,Improvement and maintenance of the quality of tree crops including cocoa, kola, palm produce, coffee, cashew and shea nut amongst others.
He assured the organization readiness to support RUDEP Project intervention programmes in Oyo State." We have a coordinator in your zone, in person of Dr. (Mrs.) F. F. Ilesanmi,Principal Res. Officer (Zonal Coordinator, Ibadan)I am sure that she would be of great help to your project intervention in Oyo, Ogbomoso and Oke-ogun"
DAY 1
The PEF started with the registration of participants and thereafter a Mass held and was anchored by Rev. Fr. Akinkunmi Peter at exactly 12:15pm.
WELCOMED ADDRESS BY JDPM DIRECTOR
After the mass, Rev. Fr. Akinkunmi Peter; (The General Coordinator of the JDPMC, Osogbo) welcomed all the RuDeP officers from the province. He advised the officers to work towards their ambitions and not leveraging on the instability situation to salvage their vision. He also advised working with our farmers the more in the area of improved yield and creates incentives to compete with international market in food security and avoidance of food wastage. The usage of heavy chemicals should be looked into in order to enhance safe environment and promote healthy living.
The RuDeP officers were also charged to work and be in support with the Government in their respective Dioceses because Government has the common will of the masses (people) and also use the windows of opportunity to acquire several benefits during election period.
FIRST SESSION: Presentation on Local Innovation, Innovative, the strategy, efficacy and outcome.
FACILITATOR: ONAOLAPO MORENIKE.
The following key points were discussed by the facilitator
• The need for the adoption and the usage of organic materials as herbicides and insecticides were analyzed.
• The good news about the local innovations includes; Established by scientists that most of the local plant possesses pesticidal properties, plant extracts are safe, eco-friendly and more compatible with the environment and there is an increase trend in the use of green pesticides with more than 2,400 bioactive.
• The strategies deployed in the local innovative were; Lias platform creation which comprises of 142 innovators and early adopters, farmers led research, Strategic motivational resources, quantitative data gathering and participatory treatment selection review.
• The Lias roles were listed thus; active adopters of the indigenous innovations, share local innovations with other farmers, identify other local innovations in their commodity and share, participate actively in farmers-led research on the efficacy of local pesticides, share information about the local innovation results, participate actively in the bi-annual meeting and participate in the focus group discussion.
• The mode of preparation of the local innovations (Evolvement); before the year 2020 – till date was analyzed i.e. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) from Initiation to LIA’s Active stage.
Thereafter, there were questions and answers sessions whereby the participants asked question on the topic and appropriate answers were provided. The first session ends at 4:02pm.
SECOND SESSION: FOOD PRODUCTION AT RISK IN SOUTH WEST, NIGERIA.
FACILITATOR: JULIA KROJER.
The following points were discussed by the facilitator as the factors that hinder food productions in South – West, Nigeria:
• Climate change and weather extremes
• Land degradation
• Urbanization and land use pressure
• Insecurity and farmer – herders conflict
• Pest and diseases outbreaks
• Poor infrastructure and market access
• Limited access to finance and modern inputs
• Youths disinterest and migration
Among the above listed factors, the issue on insecurity and farmers-herders conflicts are germane and causes more side effects on food production. Peace-building initiatives and strategic principles for effectiveness were explained.
PEACE BUILDING INITIATIVES
To initiate a vibrant and effective peace-building, the following must be achieved;
Community dialogue platform
Peace Education and Sensitization Campaign
Inclusive Security and Policing
Joint Economic Venture
Alternative livelihood Programme
Policy Dialogue and Advocacy
Reconciliation and Restorative Justice
To facilitate principles for effective Peace Building, the following should be ascertained;
Inclusivity: Engage both farmers and herders
Local Ownership: Empower community based solution instead of top-bottom approaches.
Cultural Sensitivity: Respect traditions while promoting modern conflict resolution techniques.
The second session ended at 5:32 pm with a closing remark by Rev. Fr. Oyedeji Felix on behalf of Rev. Fr. Akinkunmi Peter.
DAY 2
INTERACTIVE SESSION WITH LOCAL INNOVATION AMBASSADORS (LIAs)
MODERATED BY: FASINA CHARLES
The activity started with introduction of participants and the host. The local innovation ambassadors (LIAs) farmers’ representatives’ were from Ijesha and Atakumosa zones (FDGs). The farmers were grouped into 3 and had a focus group discussion with the RuDeP officers on the preparation, adoption and usage of the innovation as pesticides on some selected crops. The impact on the family income, cost of inputs, health’s benefits as communities were discussed.
The discussion ended with a vote of thanks by Mr. Fatunwase Adefisoye (Apex Secretary) at 2:20pm.
DAY 3: PEF REFLECTION AND PEF MEETING
MODERATOR: ADEDEJI ANTHONY TOLULOPE
The PEF reflection commenced at 8:16am. Adedeji Anthony Tolulope welcomed the participants to the meeting and urged the RUDEP Officers to be brief when given their advice and recommendations to host diocese. The recommendations were as follows:
Enlightened the group farmers to include all cost into their costs inputs in the innovation preparation.
Extend the innovations to other farmers to avoid damage to crops (e.g. not using inorganic herbicides and pesticides) and also solicit for demo-plot from other farmers to prove the success of the innovation
Work further on the Misereor areas of focus and be innovative
Work more against land grabbing issues.
Work and engage more with the State Government
Collaborate more with other JDPs for innovation
Continuous encouragement of farmers never to relent on the research work on innovations
Encourage farmers group to be an open group and be more proactive in terms of cooperative, thrift etc.
Improve on hygienist in terms of accommodation (Proper cleaning of rooms before check-in)
Encourage the farmers more on their self-innovations
Build farmers capacity more on lobby and advocacy.
After the reflection, Mrs. Onaolapo Morenike appreciates all the participants for the observations made during reflection. She explained that all the observations and recommendations will be put into consideration. The reflection ends at 8:30am.
PEF MEETING
The PEF meeting commenced at 8: 35am.
Presentation and Adoption of the Agenda as a working Documents
The agenda of the meeting were reviewed by the RUPEP Officers, after the corrections and adjustment were effected on the agenda of the meeting Adedeji Anthony Tolulope moved motion for adoption of agenda and it was seconded by Afolayan Abiola.
Chairman’s Welcome Address
The PEF chairman Mr. Samuel Babatunde welcomed all the RUDEP officers to Osogbo. He appreciated Osogbo Diocese for hosting and accommodating us during the PEF. He urged them to keep it up. The Chairman also urged the participants to pay attention and brings out ideas and innovations that will help the province.
Reading and Adoption of the minutes
The minutes of the previous meeting was read by the assistant secretary and observations were made on the minutes that it was not recommended letter that was discussed but agreement letter. A few typographical errors were amended.
Motion for adoption of minutes
After all the observations and correction made in the minute, Mr. Adeleke Basir moved motion for adoption of the minutes and it was seconded by Mr. Adedeji Anthony Tolulope
MATTERS ARISING.
SuFaN Meeting: Reached out to the President on the sustainability of the body and he pledges on its sustainability. On the issue of the account re-activation, the body was encouraged to notify and write the bank explaining the health status of one of her signatory for any help and way out on the re-activation of their account. Suggestion was made to SuFAN to choose middle aged farmer as signatory for effectiveness.
The next SuFAN meeting is set to hold at Ibadan on Thursday, 19th June, 2025.
Dialogue and Partners Services (DPS):
The earlier discussion emphasized on the constraints faced on farmland centers as well as access to farmland and cattle invasion which leads to crop farmers-Herders clashes, resulting further into kidnapping etc. With reference to (The Guardian Newspaper, May 20, 2025): Bandits, herders, invasion puts 40% of regions food production at risks in silent region of terror in Ondo, Ekiti, Ogun and Oyo State region.
Sequel to the above, the RuDeP officers present and the DPS agreed a workshop to hold at the next PEF at JDPM, Ilorin Diocese on July 21st – July 25th , 2025
Child birth congratulatory letter was sent to the DPS Desk representative; Julia Krojer on March 17th, 2025. She acknowledged the letter and sent her greetings to the RuDeP officers in the province.
Alliance for Action on Pesticide in Nigeria (AAPN) Online Meeting: Mrs. Onaolapo Morenike reported that; “The basic focus on the issue of pesticides, the bills that had been passed by the Government and the level of work that been carried out by NAFDAC. They develop a communiqué on it.”
Outgone RUDEP Staff: It was reported that Ms. Olajiire Aduragbemi has left JDPM Oyo.
New members: Ms. Oluwaseun Afolabi Rebecca had joined RuDeP officers at the JDPM, Oyo.
The PEF Chairman welcomed all the new Officers to the province.
A.O.B
The RuDeP officers from other Dioceses raised a discussion of paying PEF dues by the JDPC, Ibadan since they are not funded by Misereor again. while the decision was to be transmitted to the PEF after proper deliberation by the RuDeP officers in the Diocese.
PEF Schedule
JDPM Ilorin - July 21st – 25th, 2025.
JDPI Ekiti - October 29th - 31st 2025.
JDPM Oyo - February 25th - 27th 2026.
Adjournment of the meeting
Mr. Akinyemi Babatunde Peter moved motion of adjournment of the meeting till July, 2025 and it was seconded by Mr. Oyekan Sola. The closing prayer was said by Abdulkadir Aliyu at 11:34am.
DIOCESAN TAKE – HOME
All diocesan RuDeP officers present ascertained their take-home thus;
Ilorin Diocese.
Improve more on lobby and advocacy with the Governments
Improve on local Innovations.
Archdiocese of Ibadan.
Re-visit and train farmers on IPM
Oyo Diocese
Enlighten farmers on local innovations
Train/build capacity of new RuDeP officers in the Diocese on the IPM
Osogbo Diocese
Look on advises during PEF and make necessary adjustment
Send the soft copy of the presentation to the RuDeP in the province.
What has a beginning must definitely have an end. There was a moment of joy and mixed reactions during the Holy Mass at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Cathedral, Asogo, Oyo town as parishioners, families, friends, associates and members of staff, Justice Development and Peace Movement (JDPM) of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, converge to celebrate the Diocesan Director for Communication Commissions, Rev Sr Eunice Olushola Ikufisile who has been transferred to Lagos State.
In his Homily, Rev Fr Olabode who preached from Luke 9: 7-9 describe human being as a living creature with a shorter time. He pointed out that Jesus Christ was unbeatable and shine illustriously when the time was right for him despite the hatred against his gospel by King Herod. Rev Fr Olabode further stated that Rev Sr Eunice Ikufisile's performance is undoubtedly one of the best records that speak for her in all places.
He described her as a professional communicator who used her talents to transform the communication department of the diocese, adding that, her passion for youth development and the gospel remain unparalleled.
While speaking during the send-off ceremony, the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Most Rev Dr Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo narrated how he came in contact with the celebrant at Ilesa in 2007 after his return from Sabbatical leave in Rome.
No one knows tomorrow because I couldn't but keep wondering how God works miraculously. When Sister Eunice was transferred from Osogbo to Oyo Diocese in January 2016. The mandate was to identify, train and collaborate with other people on youth development, I never know she is skilled at communication and media. It didn't occur to me that we have met a few years ago until a discussion ensues.
Bishop Badejo described Rev Sr Eunice as a workaholic, committed, professional and highly creative woman who relates well with every priest and other stakeholders to get the work done anytime.
In his opening remark, Very Rev Fr Boniface Wuraola commended the effort of the outgoing Director of Social Communication Commissions in repositioning the roadmap of the diocese. He charged her to remain steadfast, dedicated and continue to strive hard for the gospel.
During the words about the celebrants, various speakers : Rev Fr Michael Falade, former Communication Director, extol the virtues and indelible contribution of Sr Eunice to the development of talent discovery among the youths. He advised her to prepare for more challenges as the new role would present another phase of microcosm.
The Bishop Secretary and Parish Priest, St Anthony Catholic Church, Ilora, Rev Fr Clement Ishola who cited many instances said Sr Eunice Ikufisile is a unique woman who loves her job so well that she denied herself many pleasurable things.
The Diocesan Youth Coordinator, Rev Sr Elizabeth Agwu noted that her predecessor was particularly attentive, compassionate and open to discussion which assisted her to perform efficiently when she took over.
Others, former and present Catholic Women Organization (CWO) President, Oyo Zone, Mrs Juliana Alade and Mrs R. Adesina saluted the resilience, dedication and passion of the celebrant towards social communication programmes in the diocese.
The celebrant, Rev Sr Eunice Olushola Ikufisile OSF arrived Oyo Diocese in January 2016 when she was appointed as the Diocesan Youth Coordinator till 2018 before she became the Director of Social Communication Commissions, the post she held till September 2021. While speaking, she appreciated God, the Bishop, priests and every other members of the Catholic community for the opportunity and promise not to relent but refine her desire in aspiring for greater places in life. She added that only God knows what the future holds for everyone because she never dreamt of where she is today.
The high point of the programme was cultural dance display by the Opa Ife Group, musical interlude by Olanipekun and his band, presentation of award by Rev Fr Benjamin Jolasun, gifts donation by the representative of Jdpm Oyo, CMO, CEO of Santofelm Media Consult, Iwo, Osun State and a toast by Rev Sr Mary-Assumpta Taiwo SSMA.