HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO FEMI ALUFA :
Media Entrepreneur, History Buff & Peace Advocate
Femi Alufa, Publisher/CEO of Ekiti Summit News Media and convener of the Ekiti Peace Day (Kiriji Memorial Festival):
Cultural Roots :
Femi Alufa hails from Ijero‑Ekiti, one of sixteen traditional kingdoms within the defunct Ekiti Confederacy of Yorubaland, Southwest Nigeria. A rich heritage imbued with Yoruba culture and democratic ideals shaped his worldview. Femi Alufa has authored multiple historical and cultural essays and books—such as “Tell Ijeroism…” and “ EkitiParapo Legends: Warriors and Peace Makers of North Eastern Yorubaland (1877-1893 ”—showcasing his deep connection to local history and identity.
Publisher & Media Entrepreneur
As the Publisher and CEO of Ekiti Summit News Media, often referred to simply as Ekiti Summit, Femi Alufa has led the platform into prominence throughout Ekiti State’s public sphere. In April 2025, for example, he issued a stirring Easter message on behalf of the media, urging citizens toward spiritual renewal, agape love, civic responsibility, and national progress.
Under his leadership, the media organization has become a key voice in socio-political discourse in the region, promoting progressive journalism, democratic governance, and cultural appreciation.
Convener: Ekiti Peace Day (Kiriji Memorial Festival)
Femi Alufa is the driving force behind the modern Ekiti Peace Day, also known as the Kiriji Memorial Festival celebrated in conformity with the United Nations International Peace Day since September 21,2019 through the benevolence of Aare Afe Babalola,SAN, OFR, CON, the founder of Afe Babalola University Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD).
This annual commemoration honours the peace treaty of September 23, 1886, which marked the end of the 16‑year Kiriji (EkitiParapo) War and paved the way for unity among Yoruba peoples.
Peace building and Heritage Conservation Activities
Femi Alufa organizes events that celebrate reconciliation and Yoruba unity: cultural performances, reenactments and he is a member ,Board of Trustees, Kiriji Heritage Conservation Trust (KHCT)Imesi‑Ile led by Dr.Florence Folami Adeoye and highlighting the historical value of the peace accord.
Stakeholders advocate for preserving the battlefield sites and establishing a dedicated Kiriji Heritage City and Kiriji war museum to educate future generations.
Through these efforts, Femi Alufa works with team members to revive awareness of Kiriji’s legacy, reinforce narratives of peaceful coexistence, and inspire commemoration across Ekiti,Yorubaland and beyond.
Civic Engagement & Community Advocacy
Femi Alufa also serves as Secretary for a civic committee campaigning to establish a stand-alone Ijero municipal local government for Ijero‑Ekiti since 2021. In July 2025, he confirmed that the committee formally submitted a memorandum to Nigeria’s National Assembly for constitutional review, reflecting years of community mobilization through his press release to the media outlets.
Femi Alufa has been using journalism to promote governance, culture, and development.
Cultural Preservation
He has authored many articles on Ekiti history (e.g., Kiriji War) and local leadership, championing heritage awareness.
Peace Commemoration Convener of Ekiti Peace Day—an event honoring 19th-century peace treaty and advocating unity today.
Community Advocacy Leading grassroots efforts for municipal status for Ijero region and broader local governance improvement.
Conclusion
Femi Alufa represents a rare blend of cultural historian, genealogical advocate, civic leader, and media entrepreneur rooted in Ekiti’s traditions.
As publisher of Ekiti Summit News Media, he champions progressive journalism and regional discourse.
As convener of Ekiti Peace Day, he mobilizes commemoration of the historic Kiriji Peace Treaty, ensuring reconciliation and unity remain at the forefront of public memory.
He also serve presently as the Senior Legislative Aide (SLA) to Senator Barau I.Jibrin,CON , Deputy Senate President, 10th National Assembly, Federal Republic of Nigeria through the influence of his agelong political leader and benefactor, Senator Michael Opeyemi Bamidele, CON, Senate Leader,10th National Assembly whom he met in Lagos since 2003 while working as a Radio broadcast engineer.
Femi Alufa’s activism extends into grassroots governance, notably through efforts of Ijero Municipal Àgenda to elevate Ijero’s township administrative status—all hallmarks of a dedicated community servant and conscience of the people.
He believes in the cause of service to God and humanity.
In appreciation of his service to peace building, sustainable development beyond tribal sentiments; HRM. Eze (Dr) Goodluck Odimegwu Obi,
The Ofor 1 of Ubulu Ihejiofor Ancient Kingdom honoured Femi’ Alufa as the
Nnochiteanya Udo (Peace Ambassador) of Ubulu Ihejiofor Ancient Kingdom,
Oru West LGA,Imo State, Nigeria.
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