OSOPADEC STAFF EMBRACE MONTHLY FITNESS EXERCISE, PROMOTE WELLNESS AND TEAM SPIRIT
Staff of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) on Friday, 18 September 2026, turned out in impressive numbers as the Commission commenced its maiden Monthly Fitness Exercise, an initiative aimed at promoting staff wellness, strengthening workplace relationships and enhancing productivity.
The exercise, held at the OSOPADEC premises, brought together staff from various departments for a morning of physical activity, motivation and team bonding. Participants engaged enthusiastically in the session, which was characterised by energy, laughter and a strong sense of togetherness.
Led by a professional fitness trainer, Kayode Isijola, the session featured warm-up exercises, aerobics, light cardio, stretching, team-building activities and health awareness.
Participants welcomed the initiative, describing the exercise as refreshing, inspiring and long overdue.
Speaking to an OSOPADEC TV correspondent, the Director of Tourism and Sports Development, Mrs. Esther Sanni, said the monthly fitness exercise was introduced to promote staff wellness, foster unity among employees and ultimately improve service delivery across the Commission.
She noted that the impressive turnout and punctuality of staff contributed significantly to the success of the maiden edition.
In her words: “The exercise is aimed at promoting staff wellness, fostering unity among staff and enhancing better service delivery. All staff came out in their numbers, and we recorded a huge success. People also came out punctually, which was very encouraging.”
Also speaking with our team, the Deputy Director, Legal Services, Barrister Boyemiyenghan Gbamila, described the exercise as a refreshing and energising experience, while commending the Executive Chairman, Prince Biyi Poroye, for introducing the initiative.
“The fitness exercise was superb. It was refreshing and energising, and we really enjoyed it. I participated actively from the beginning to the end. It is certainly worth repeating.
“We sincerely appreciate the Executive Chairman, Prince Biyi Poroye, for this wonderful innovation. We thank God for his life and pray for God’s continued guidance, wisdom and protection upon him,” Gbamila said.
The exercise was attended by members of the Commission’s top management, including the Executive Director, Finance, Mallam Mallon Adekunle Ogbaro; Executive Director, Projects, Dr. Olujimi Kufo; Principal Secretary to the Chairman, Dr. Henry Babatunde; and Special Assistant to the Chairman on Community Affairs, Pastor Ishola Omoyele, among other senior officials.
The maiden edition marked the beginning of what is expected to be a regular wellness activity for OSOPADEC staff, reinforcing the Commission’s emphasis on a healthy, united and productive workforce.
