The Symphony of Praise (SOP) Initiative family gathered on Sunday 12th January 2025 for their much-anticipated Annual Team Appreciation Party, held at Sweet Sensation Restaurant, Apple Junction, Amuwo Odofin. The event, which kicked off at 3 PM, brought together over 50 members, including the enthusiastic children’s team, Heralds, in a spirit of reflection, celebration, and camaraderie.
Celebrating Wins and Learning from Flops
As is tradition, the team reflected on the highlights and challenges of their recent flagship event, AmuwoCarol 2024, themed “TOGETHER.” Discussions centered on lessons learned and celebrated successes, providing valuable insights for future projects. Members also shared heartfelt testimonies, reinforcing the commitment and passion that define SOP’s mission.
Fun and Fellowship
The event wasn’t all business—members participated in games that fostered team bonding and filled the room with laughter and joy.
Awards Ceremony
The highlight of the evening was the Awards Ceremony, where outstanding members and teams were recognized for their contributions throughout the year.
Award Winners:
- Best Family: Corporate Affairs Family
- Most Improved Family: ConnectCharity Team
- Best Male: Asher Ipinko
- Best Female: (Tie) Rachel Oloye and Seyi Ipinsokan
- MVP Male: Damilola Ayetigbo
- MVP Female: Simmy Adegoke
- Best Newbie Male: Korede Buraimoh
- Best Newbie Female: Feyiyemi Olowoselu
- Most Consistent Male: Temi Falodu
- Most Consistent Female: Mitchelle Braide
- Future Leader Award: Asher Ipinko
- Budding Evangelist: Korede Buraimoh
A New Era of Leadership
The event also marked a significant transition with the swearing-in of the 2025 SOP Executive Team by SOP President Oluwaseun Ayeni. Heartfelt speeches were delivered, including one from outgoing Finance and General Administration Head Tunde Adenuga, who reflected on his time in office.
The new executive team includes both returning and new members, with notable changes such as Funmi Amugo, formerly of the E05 team, now heading the Finance Team while serving as SOP Vice President.
2025 Executive Team:
- Music: Chinedu Amugo (Assistant: Victoria Oshona)
- Arts: Dare Ayeni (Assistant: Babalola George)
- E05: Tosin Olukoya (Assistant: Simmy Adegoke)
- Welfare: Pelumi Oluwalegan (Assistant: Rachael Oloye)
- Technical: Olumide Oluwalegan (Assistant: Ijomah Gideon)
- Human Capital Development: Victoria Eniola Ofere (Assistant: Felix Ndidi)
- General Administration: Asher Ipinko (Assistant: Seyi Ipinsokan)
- Corporate Affairs: Oreoluwa Idowu (Assistant: Emmanuel Afolabi)
- ConnectCharity: Damilola Ayetigbo (Assistant: Bolu Oluwalegan)
- Finance: Funmi Amugo
In his address, President Ayeni charged the new leaders to embrace their roles with dedication and prayed alongside the entire SOP family for a fruitful year ahead. The new executives will hold their inaugural meeting on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
Moving Forward
The event reaffirmed SOP Initiative’s commitment to fostering teamwork, celebrating excellence, and creating lasting impact in the community. With the baton passed to the 2025 leadership team, the future of SOP shines even brighter.
Here’s to another year of service, unity, and impact!