Afotamodi
Afotamodi Worldwide:
Origin of the Name "Afotamodi"
The identity Afotamodi is inseparable from the ancient town of Isara-Remo. The town's famous praise name is:"Isara Afotamodi, k'ogun ma wọ̀lú"This translates roughly to "Isara of the impregnable walls, where no enemy can penetrate." The expression reflects the town's historical reputation for security, unity, resilience, and communal strength.The Afotamodi movement today encompasses the hometown community in Isara Remo and diaspora organizations in the United States, United Kingdom, and other countries that support the development of their ancestral home
Afotamodi Festival
Afotamodi Festival is the flagship annual celebration of Isara Remo.The festival began in the late 1960s and early 1970s. By 2017, the community celebrated the 48th edition; by 2024, the 55th edition; and by 2025, the 56th edition. The event brings together Isara sons and daughters from Nigeria and the diaspora to celebrate culture, review development projects, and raise funds for future initiatives.Major festival activities include: Community development fundraising Cultural displays Educational programmes Sports competitions Youth events Beauty pageants Recognition of distinguished indigenes Launching and commissioning development projects
Afotamodi (Home Organization) Headquarters.
The community's principal civic centre is:Afotamodi HouseLaunched in 2012, it serves as a venue for conferences, training programmes, meetings, social functions, and community development activities.Key Achievements Construction and operation of Afotamodi House. Support for educational development. Promotion of annual Afotamodi Festival. Support for palace and civic infrastructure projects. Facilitation of diaspora-community partnerships.
Notable Development Milestones
Year Milestone
1969/1970 (approx.)Beginning of Afotamodi Festival era
2012 Launch of Afotamodi House
2017 48th Afotamodi Festival
2022 Major community development donations during festival
2024 Afotamodi USA education intervention worth over ₦45 million
2025 56th Afotamodi Festival celebrated by local and diaspora indigenes
Afotamodi USA
History
Afotamodi USA is the umbrella association of Isara Remo indigenes resident in the United States. It was established to unite Isara descendants abroad and mobilize resources for educational, social, and community-development projects in their hometown.HeadquartersA publicly verifiable permanent national headquarters could not be identified. Activities are coordinated through members and committees across the United States.
Known Principal Officers (Publicly Reported)
Mr. Leke Adesoye – Leader/President of Afotamodi USA (2022 - 2025).
Mr. Frank Adeleke Olaleye – Leader/President of Afotamodi USA (2026)
Education & Scholarship Committee includes Mr. Kunle Oyefusi, Dr. Yemi Adeyiga, Mrs. Sola Akisanya-Akinbo, Mrs. Yetunde Adesanya, Deacon Segun Idowu
Major Achievements
^ Education Support Programme (2024)
^ Educational materials worth over ₦45 million.
^ Support for 350 students. Beneficiaries drawn from 14 public primary schools in Isara and neighboring villages.
School Infrastructure Projects
^ Refurbishment of facilities at St. Peter Primary School.
^ Educational support initiatives for pupils in Jowoje and surrounding communities.
Afotamodi USA is a vibrant, action-oriented diaspora group that translates cultural identity into tangible support for Isara Remo. It bridges the U.S.-based community with the homeland through education initiatives, cultural events, and infrastructure aid, embodying the spirit of "Afotamodi K'ogun Ma Wolu" (the festival's rallying call for strength and resilience). Activities are often coordinated with local Isara bodies like the Isara Development Council.
Afotamodi UK
History
Afotamodi UK is the United Kingdom chapter of Isara Remo indigenes. Like its U.S. counterpart, it serves as a platform for networking, cultural preservation, fundraising, and hometown development.
Afotamodi UK has traditionally participated in Afotamodi Festival activities and development programmes for Isara Remo.
Activities
^ Community fundraising.
^ Support for cultural activities.
^ Diaspora engagement.
^ Development partnerships with Isara-based organizations.
