By Omolara Adasofunjo
Family, friends, well-wishers and dignitaries have gathered to witness the installation and coronation ceremony of the new Towulade of Owu Akinale kingdom, Oba Oluseyi Adediran, the Òtìlẹtà 1 at Baptist primary school,Owu Akinale in Ewekoro Local Government area of Ogun state.
The ceremony began with the turning of sod for Akinale mini health center, commissioning of borehole water project, and establishment of an education trust fund .
The Chairman of the occasion, and former governor of Ogun state, senator Ibikunle Amosun stressed the need for unity, peaceful coexistence and progress in the kingdom.
Senator Amosun, who mentioned his achievements in the community during his administration explained that he installed the first king and the model school in the community and was the only one functioning among model schools established by his government.
Also speaking, the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Ọba Saka Matemilola, discribed the New Òtìlẹtà as a right peg in right hole admonished him not to relent on his efforts to take the kingdom to a greater height.
In his speech, the newly crowned Towulade of Owu Akinale, Oba Adediran expressed gratitude to God, family, and well wishers also thanking the state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for his support.
The monarch called for unity and progress in the kingdom, pledging to work tirelessly for the development and prosperity of his people.
Dignitaries who graced the occasion included government officials, traditional rulers, prominent members of the Yoruba community and the former president of Nigeria, chief Olusegun Obasanjo.
The atmosphere was filled with music, dance, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Owu people with a renowned juju musician, chief Ebenezer Obey entertaining the guests at the occasion.
