The coronation of Owa Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, Ajimoko III, as the 41st Owa Obokun Adimula and paramount ruler of Ijesaland, was held in Ilesa, Osun State, on Friday.
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The event drew prominent personalities, including Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, represented by his Deputy, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal, and Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State.
Other dignitaries in attendance included former President Aremu Okikiola Olusegun Obasanjo, Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President Namadi Sambo, Hon.Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Isiaq Adegboyega Oyetola and several former governors, such as Rauf Aregbesola, and Gbenga Daniel
The celebration was marked by a significant security presence, with the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other security agencies ensuring the safety of attendees.
Traditional and community leaders from across Southwest Nigeria also attended, including Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Olowo of Owo, and Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Oba Francis Olusola Alao, Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi Adewale Telu I, Aare Ona Onakakanfo, Gani Adams.
In his appreciation, Owa Clenment Adesuyi Haastrup III, expressed gratitude to all who attended, pledging to contribute to the development of Ijesha land through its abundant natural and mineral resources.
He highlighted his past achievements, including empowering students with scholarships, promoting agriculture, and improving infrastructure in the palace.
The monarch however pledged a donation of a sum of one billion naira (N1bn) for the development of Ijesha land.
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