Pius Nsabe
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Oba Adesuyi Haastrup, the new Owa Obokun of Ijesaland.
In a congratulatory message signed by his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, Oba Owoade celebrated the Owa’s exemplary leadership and dedication to the progress of Ijesaland.
The Alaafin was represented at the occasion by two members of the Oyo Traditional Council (the Oyo Mesi), High Chiefs Lamidi Oyewale, Asimiyu Atanda, and the Protocol Officer.
According to Alaafin, the new Oba’s trajectory from business and real estate to serving as the Deputy Governor of Osun State and now a monarch is a testament to his leadership abilities.
He acknowledged the monarch’s efforts in fostering peaceful coexistence and promoting the relevance of the traditional institution through his guidance, candour, and discipline.
Also highlighting some of the monarch’s personality, Oba Owoade said Adesuyi’s character and commitment to traditional institutions is one to reckon with.
“Kabiyesi, it feels like yesterday when the lot fell on you to lead a people bound by the umbilical cord of shared history, culture, and tradition. Undoubtedly, you have displayed rare leadership acumen in fostering peaceful coexistence among the people of Ijesaland.
“You are selfless and detribalized, as you have been sustaining the goodwill and pedigree, given your extraordinary leadership style and passion for the welfare of your people.
“You are a strong advocate of peace and unity, coupled with the unique way of relating with people and contributing to their upliftments, not minding their cultural, religious, tribal, and economic differences,” Oba Owoade stressed.
The Alaafin prayed for a prosperous reign for Oba Haastrup, asking God to rain blessings on the kingdom of Ijesaland and the entire Osun State.
