Ijebu Igbo Gets Two New Monarchs as Ogun State Government Presents Staff of Office in Colourful Ceremony

In a historic ceremony, the Ogun State Government officially presented the Staff of Office to two newly installed traditional rulers in Ijebu Igbo. The recipients were Oba Tajudeen Kolawole Adesijibomi Omotayo, Olumope of Imope land, Ijebu Igbo, and Oba (Prof.) Benedict, Alapariki of Aparaki, Ijebu Igbo respectfully.

The event, which took place on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, was presided over by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hazmat, representing Governor Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun, CON. This significant achievement demonstrates the government’s commitment to strengthening traditional institutions.

The successful installation process was made possible through the collective efforts of several key stakeholders, including:

The Governor of Ogun State, Prince (Dr.) Dapo Abiodun, CON, who has shown unwavering dedication to promoting traditional institutions, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs Led by Hon. Ganiyu Hazmat, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs. HRM Oba (Dr) Sikiru Kayode Adetonu, GCON: The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland. The Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo, HRM Oba Lawrence Jaiyeoba Adebajo (Ojuromi VI). Hon. Bolaji Odusanya, the chairman Ijebu North Local Government and other government dignitaries.

Special recognition is extended to the Kabiyesi’s who attended the ceremony, including: HRH Bejeroku of Oke Agbo, HRH Abijaparako of Japara, HRH Olokinne of Ojowo, HRH Keegbo of Atikori, HRH Molipa of Molipa, Ijebu Ode.

Congratulations are extended to the newly installed Kabiyesi’s, with wishes for wisdom, strength, and a reign filled with peace, progress, and prosperity. IJEBU IGBO ONI BAJE O.

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