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Ilaje, Ondo State — Saturday, August 2, 2025
In a historic ceremony held today at Oriretan Community in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, the Executive Governor, Hon. Dr. Lucky Orimisan Ayedatiwa, officially presented the Instrument of Appointment and Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Oba Ademola Ogebe Akinbule, the newly installed Yasere of Oriretan Kingdom.
The grand occasion, attended by political leaders, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders, marked a new chapter in the leadership of Oriretan. The event was facilitated by the Executive Chairman of Ilaje Local Government, Hon. Maurice Oripenaye, who warmly welcomed guests and expressed deep gratitude to the Governor for honouring the community with his presence.
In his welcome address, Hon. Oripenaye highlighted the Governor’s unwavering support to Ilaje Local Government, citing key achievements of his administration such as the prompt payment of workers’ salaries, health interventions, the flag-off of the Okitipupa–Igbokoda dual carriageway project, and efforts to guarantee the safety of lives and properties across the region.
He further called on the people of Oriretan to stand solidly behind the Governor to enable him to continue his developmental programs and transformational agenda across the state.
Governor Ayedatiwa, in his speech, emphasized the significance of the installation ceremony and acknowledged the sensitive issues that once surrounded the kingship, which, according to him, have now been resolved peacefully through divine wisdom. He urged the newly installed monarch and other traditional rulers in the region to work collaboratively with his administration in promoting peace, unity, and development.
Following his remarks, the Governor officially handed over the Instrument of Appointment and Staff of Office to Oba Akinbule, signifying the beginning of a new reign.
In his response, Oba Ademola Ogebe Akinbule expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Governor for his fulfilment of promise and for personally travelling to Oriretan to present the staff of office. The Oba assured the people of his commitment to peace, unity, and development, and pledged to collaborate with all stakeholders and seek government support across key sectors in the community.
The event also featured cultural entertainment and goodwill messages, closing with a vote of thanks delivered by Prince Oladele Samuel Oriretan (aka Kenya), bringing the historic occasion to a graceful end.
Also present at the event are; The Commissioner for Chieftancy, Hon. Aminu Takuro, The Commissioner for Health, Hon. Banji Ajaka, other state top government functionaries, the Leader of the Council, Hon. Omosule Ikuemehinlo, Deputy Leader, Hon. Tayo Sedara, Secretary Ilaje Local Government, Hon. Segun Odolo, councilors of Ilaje Local Government legislative arm, Chief of Staff to Ilaje Local Government Chairman, Hon. Ayo Orire, Protocol to the Chairman, Hon. Benson Oyenyen, DGSA, Mr. Akinlodi Vincent Ayokunle, Director of Community and Social Development, Mrs Abiodun Victor, Officer in Charge, Chieftancy affairs Ilaje Local Government, Mr. Francis Omosegbon, Comrade Sola, men of the press, well wishers and invited guests.
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