The KlubDeAspirers
KlubDeAspirers is a registered social and professional club born from friendship, solidarity, and a shared belief that we rise higher together.
What began as a group of close friends coming together in grief became a lasting institution — one built on cooperation, tolerance, and the collective aspiration to be better. Today, the Klub stands as a vibrant community of professionals, entrepreneurs, and changemakers united by those same founding values.
Registered in compliance with Part C of the Companies & Allied Matters Act, the Klub operates from its Club House at 6, Glover Road, Ebute Metta, Lagos — a space that has hosted decades of fellowship, growth, and celebration.
Friendship & Solidarity
Rooted in the bonds of genuine friendship, the Klub celebrates togetherness across tribe, class, and religion.
Excellence & Aspiration
We exist to inspire members to aspire higher — in career, character, and community contribution.
Welfare & Support
Members support one another in times of difficulty — financially, emotionally, and practically.
Aims & Objectives
Social Enjoyment
To cater for the social enjoyment of members through the periodic promotion of concerts, dances, picnics, debates and lectures.
Member Welfare
To cater for the welfare of its members and give assistance to any member in case of difficulty, financially or otherwise.
Unity & Friendliness
To promote unity and the spirit of friendliness among all members of the Klub, irrespective of tribe, class, or religion.
A History Built on Friendship
From a tragic loss in 1974 to over five decades of fellowship — this is the story of KlubDeAspirers.
The Spark of Brotherhood
On 10th November 1974, a young man named Bayo Adesanya was involved in a ghastly motor accident along Broad Street, near CMS Bookshop, Lagos Island. He passed away three days later on 13th November 1974.
His passing brought a circle of close friends together at Mainland Hotel, Oyingbo, Ebute-Metta to organise his burial. The warmth, unity, and full participation of those friends during the burial ceremonies inspired the idea of forming a Social Club — a permanent institution to keep that spirit of brotherhood alive.
Formal Inauguration
After the burial, friends converged again at Mainland Hotel, Oyingbo. On Sunday, 17th November 1974, it was unanimously agreed that the friendship should be formalised into a Social Club.
A series of meetings followed. The initial suggested name was "Club 74" — chosen to honour the year of Late Bayo Adesanya's passing.
The Name is Chosen
At a general meeting on 19th October 1975, held at Griffith Street (now Borno Way), Ebute-Metta — at the residence of Chief Olu Ajisegbede — members gathered to decide on the club's official name.
Two names were proposed: "Onward Social Circle" (suggested by Mr. Kunle Ogunnaike) and "De Aspirers Club" (suggested by Mr. Tayo Saibu). With 8 members present, a vote was cast — 5 to 3 in favour of De Aspirers Club. The name was unanimously adopted, later evolving into the beloved Klub De Aspirers.
Growth & Early Years
To reduce costs in the early years, meetings were moved to members' residences. The Klub grew steadily, with new members joining, a Constitution drafted, and structures put in place to govern the growing community.
Club House Opening
On 2nd November 2024, KlubDeAspirers commemorated a landmark moment — the opening of the Klub House, celebrated in the company of the Aspirers Babes and distinguished members.
Change of Baton
On Sunday, 13th July 2025, the Klub held its Change of Baton ceremony, welcoming a new President, Vice-President, and Executive Committee members — marking a new chapter of growth, accountability, and ambition for KlubDeAspirers.
Pioneer Members
The ten men who set it all in motion at Mainland Hotel, Oyingbo in 1974.
Mr. Kunle Ogunnaike
Proposed "Onward Social Circle"Mr. Tunji Odumosu
Chief Olu Ajisegbede
Host of the naming meeting, Oct 1975Mr. Sesan Odufuwa
Mr. Tayo Saibu
Proposed "De Aspirers Club" — the winning nameMr. R. K. Osinaike
Mr. Tayo Aiyeola
Mr. Basiru Oteju
Mr. Femi Okusanya
Mr. Tunde Oretade
Our Executive Committee
Elected on 13th July 2025, our new executive team leads with accountability, transparency, and dedication to the Klub's growth.
Aspirer Asiwaju Dr. S.K. Onafowokan OON
President
Aspirer Funshon Owoyemi
President
Aspirer S.O Owa
Vice President
Aspirer B. Oguntoye
Hon. General Secretary
Aspirer K.B Coker
Financial Secretary
Aspirer A. Abolarin
Treasurer
Aspirer A.O Saliu
Director of Social
Aspirer A. Olateru Olagbegi
Public Relations / Welfare Officer
Aspirer Tunji Odumosu
Public Relations / Welfare Officer
Aspirer O. Adeyemi
Auditor
Aspirer T. Akingbolagun
Chief Whip
Aspirer Y.L Bakare
Chief Whip
Aspirer Yomi O. Lapite
Aspirer R.K Osinaike
Aspirer Sami Omai
Aspirer Kayode Somoye
Aspirer Idris Ahmed
Aspirer O.Y Olumo
The Constitution
The supreme governing document binding all members of KlubDeAspirers.
Whereas, we friends realize the need to improve on our relationship, cooperate and help each other and be more tolerant to each other.
To realize and achieve the above aims and objectives, therefore, we friends resolved that an Association be formed known and called Klub De Aspirers.
That the differences in religion, tribe or class shall not constitute an obstacle to the Association in the name of friendship and comradeship.
We do agree willingly, in principle and practice, that this Association shall be guided by core rules and regulations, which we hereby put down in form of a Constitution which will be binding on every member of the Klub.
Aims and Objectives
- To cater for the social enjoyment of members through the periodic promotion of concerts, dances, picnics, debates and lectures.
- To cater for the welfare of its members and give assistance to any member in case of difficulty, financially or otherwise.
- To promote unity and spirit of friendliness among all members.
Membership
The Klub shall consist of: Full Members, Honorary Members, Distant Members, Financial Members, and Elders Forum.
Full Members
- Membership shall be open to only males irrespective of tribe, class or religion.
- A financial member shall enjoy all benefits of membership — can vote and be voted for.
- Applicants must be literate and complete an enrolment form, countersigned by at least three financial members.
- Applicants shall appear at three consecutive monthly general meetings as observers.
- The completed form shall be submitted to the Hon. General Secretary for presentation to the House.
- The Klub may reject any application without assigning reasons; the applicant may reapply as many times as desired.
- Members are required to be at least 21 years of age.
- Male children of members are eligible to join the Klub at age 21 or above.
- Members who attain age 70 and have been members for 10+ years are entitled to free service and exemption from monthly subscription.
Honorary Members
Honorary members shall be elected by a resolution at a general meeting, sponsored by at least six financial members. They enjoy membership privileges but cannot vote or be voted for, and are not required to pay entrance or subscription fees.
Distant Members
Members resident outside Lagos or Nigeria who wish to retain membership. They receive copies of minutes and club updates, and are expected to pay monthly dues and other levies promptly.
Financial Members
A member is considered financial if their monthly dues are not in arrears for more than six calendar months at any point in time.
Patrons
- The Klub shall appoint patrons who may or may not be members of the Klub at the time of their appointment.
- The Patrons of the Klub may or may not be appointed for life.
Entrance Fee & Subscription
All fees are subject to review from time to time at a general meeting.
Supremacy of the Constitution
- This Constitution shall be supreme and its provisions shall have binding force on all members of the Klub.
- The Klub shall not be controlled by any member or group of members except in accordance with this Constitution.
- If any other rule is inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution, this Constitution shall prevail and that rule shall, to the extent of the inconsistency, be void.