Notable People
- Robert Adetuyi, screenwriter and film director
- Olu Famutimi, professional basketball player
- Israel Idonije, NFL player for the Chicago Bears
- Daniel Igali, Olympic gold medalist in wrestling
- Jarome Iginla, NHL hockey player for Calgary Flames
- Akim Aliu, NHL hockey player for Calgary Flames
- Enuka Okuma, voice actress
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