The Osun State Government has approved the appointment of renowned media entrepreneur and Chairman of Vicinity Media Limited, operators of Vicinity 95.3FM, Prince (Dr.) Abiodun Philip Badewa, as the new Akeji of Ikeji-Ile in Oriade Local Government Area of Osun State.
The approval was granted during a meeting of the Osun State Executive Council held on Saturday, following a review of the selection process for the vacant traditional stool.
The Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, disclosed the development in an official statement issued at the conclusion of the council meeting.
According to the commissioner, the State Executive Council carefully examined the processes leading to the emergence of Prince Badewa and subsequently approved his appointment after satisfying itself that the selection complied with the relevant chieftaincy laws and established traditional customs of Ikeji-Ile.
The appointment marks a significant milestone in the traditional leadership of the ancient Ijesa community, ushering in a new chapter in its royal history.
Prince Badewa's elevation to the revered Akeji stool is particularly noteworthy given his longstanding involvement in media entrepreneurship, community development and philanthropic activities.
As Chairman of Vicinity Media Limited, operators of Vicinity 95.3FM, he has established himself as a prominent figure in the broadcasting industry, while maintaining strong connections with his ancestral community and the wider Ijesaland.
His emergence as the new traditional ruler is expected to bring his wealth of experience, leadership exposure and extensive network of relationships to bear on the development of Ikeji-Ile.
Other Traditional Appointments Approved
Meanwhile, the Osun State Executive Council also approved appointments to other traditional positions across the state.
These include Chief Adedoyin Muritala Adewale as the Akogun of Ife in Ife East Local Government Area and Prince Babajide Oludare as the Olupasi of Ipasi-Ijesa in Obokun Local Government Area.
The state government further announced that all approved appointments, confirmations and elevations of traditional chiefs take immediate effect.
Jubilation in Ikeji-Ile
The announcement of Prince Badewa's appointment has reportedly sparked excitement and jubilation among residents and indigenes of Ikeji-Ile, who welcomed the development as the beginning of a promising era for the community.
The new monarch, widely recognised for his contributions to media development and philanthropy, is expected to play a significant role in promoting unity, preserving the cultural heritage of Ikeji-Ile and attracting further developmental opportunities to the ancient town.
His appointment also adds another prominent personality from the media industry to the ranks of traditional rulers in Ijesaland.
With the government's formal approval, Prince (Dr.) Abiodun Philip Badewa is set to assume the responsibilities of the Akeji of Ikeji-Ile, subject to the customary rites and traditional ceremonies associated with the revered stool.
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