Culture

Ogun Installs Oba Oluseyi Adediran

By Web News 224

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.

Lifestyle

Oyo Speaker’s Wedding: Governors, Ooni, Oba Aláké, Other Dignitaries Graced Occasion

By Web News 1375

Prominent personalities from different parts of the country on Saturday attended the wedding ceremony of the Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, held at the All Souls’ Anglican Church, Ibadan.

The solemnisation between Ogundoyin and his wife, Olamidun Majekodunmi, was also witnessed by both the present and past governors, politicians, judges, traditional rulers, religious leaders, among others.

Some of the dignitaries included Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State; Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun; Deputy Governor of Oyo State; and Rauf Olaniyan Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State and a former Governor of Ogun, Gbenga Daniel.

Among the traditional rulers were the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo.

In his sermon, the Bishop of Ibadan South Anglican Diocese, Rt. Rev. Joseph Akinfenwa, said he was happy that the wedding ceremony attracted various politicians from different political parties to be under one roof.

Akinfenwa said: “This signifies unity and peace. We have PDP, APC and Accord party, to mention a few, under this roof now.

“We thank God for the constant unity in Nigeria. God has done His part, the rest is in our hands to make Nigeria better.

“Politicians please help in reducing the sufferings in the land.

“The citizens are seriously suffering. The various sections that are fighting should please come to a resolution.

“When two elephants fights it’s the grass that suffers. The people have suffered enough in this country.”

He, however, described marriage as a misery that God created.

According to him, in marriage, a man and woman come together and becomes one, but in Mathematics, one plus one becomes two.

“The newly wedded needs their both families so that they could last forever in love and happiness.

“To the couple, during your counselling, you must have learnt a lot and I must emphasise that from today, your are spiritually one. You must stick to one another.

“Wife submit to your husband and that is, irrespective of age, position or status at work.

“A submissive wife automatically controls her husband.

“Your husband is a public figure, therefore, he needs your constant support spiritually, physically and always ensure you are there to comfort him.

“Husband, whatever you give your wife she will multiple it for you. Always ask yourself what can I do to make my wife happy.

“I must say that in recent times, we have seen more heartbreaks in intending couples and this one we are witnessing today shows that the two are willing and determined to become one,” the Bishop said.

Mosope Kehinde.