THE FOUNDERS

EKOMALSI was founded by Abidemi “Abdul” Ipaye, together with his sisters Mutiah “Toks” Ipaye, Dr. Kemmy Oyeneyin, and Olaide “Laidebug” Ipaye, who serve as Co-Founders of the vision. Together, the siblings share a commitment to honoring the legacy of their mother, Islamiat Adebisi Amoke Dosunmu, by creating a place where people can gather, celebrate meaningful moments, and experience the spirit of hospitality and connection she embodied throughout her life.

The idea for EKOMALSI first began to take shape during a heartfelt conversation between Abidemi and Mutiah as they reflected on the life and legacy of their mother, Islamiat Adebisi Amoke Dosunmu, the matriarch of their family. In the span of just a couple of hours, what began as a simple exchange of memories and ideas began to unfold into something much greater. As they spoke, the vision seemed to come together naturally and effortlessly, as though it was revealing itself piece by piece.

In that moment, it felt as though their mother’s spirit was present—guiding the conversation toward a place that would continue the legacy she lived every day.

As the vision grew, it became clear that EKOMALSI would not simply be the work of one or two individuals, but a shared expression of the values that shaped the entire family. Together, Abidemi and his sisters—Mutiah, Kemmy, and Olaide—embraced the idea of bringing the vision to life as a tribute to the woman who raised them and the traditions she instilled in them.

Their mother was known for her warmth, generosity, and unwavering belief in bringing people together. Whether through preparing meals, hosting gatherings, or celebrating even the smallest milestones, she created spaces where people felt welcomed, valued, and connected.

EKOMALSI reflects those same values. Each of the siblings carries forward a different part of their mother’s legacy—hospitality, celebration, connection, and community—and together they share a commitment to creating a place where others can experience the same spirit of gathering that defined their mother’s life.

Through their collective vision, EKOMALSI becomes more than a destination. It becomes a living tribute to the values their mother embodied and a place where her legacy of love, generosity, and togetherness continues to bring people together.

Abidemi “Abdul” Ipaye, MHA

Founder
Visionary behind the EKOMALSI estate and steward of the family’s legacy of gathering and hospitality.

Mutiah “Toks” Ipaye, MPH

Co-Founder
Co-architect of the original EKOMALSI concept and a guiding voice in shaping its purpose and spirit.

Dr. Kemmy Oyeneyin

Co-Founder
An important contributor to the family vision and the shared legacy that inspires EKOMALSI.

Olaide “Laidebug” Ipaye

Co-Founder
An integral part of the family story and a contributor to the spirit of connection and celebration that defines EKOMALSI.

“Our mother believed that bringing people together through food, celebration, and community was one of life’s greatest expressions of love. EKOMALSI is our way of carrying that spirit forward.”
— The Children of Islamiat Adebisi Amoke