The Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Olanipekun Larooye II has installed the renowned educationist in Osun, Alhaji Fatai Kolwole as the Atorise Eko of Osun.
Oba Olanipekun bestowed the chieftaincy title on Kolawole in his palace today as part of the programmes in commemoration of the monarch's 10th anniversary on the stool of his forebearers.
Speaking on the reason for the conferment of the chieftaincy on the retired Osun PS, Oba Olanipekun, said Kolawole's sterling performance while in the state civil service through his education ideals which centred on character moulding and skills acquisition informed their decision. He also noted the new honourary chief's unusual respect for the traditional rulers in the State which the monarch described as second to none.
"There is no traditional ruler in Osun particularly Osogbo and environs that can neglect you because there is none you didn't give the deserving respect"
"We have a number of our children that have been blessed through, this among many others informed our decision to bestow on you this chieftaincy title"
"On behalf of Ataoja traditional council and Osun monarch in general, I install you Atorise Eko of Osun"
Oba Olanipekun reinstated his believe that the Oluomo of Modakeke is destined for higher responsibilities and offered prayers for him and his heartthrob, Alhaji Mujidat Kolawole.
Dignitaries across all walks of life were at the installation among which were Senator Ajibola Basiru, Senator representing Osun West, and spokesperson of the Nigerian Senate, traditional rulers, chiefs, senior government officials, etc.
It will be recalled that the 10th anniversary of the monarch on the throne of his fore-fathers commenced on Monday with different programmes while the last leg was held at the Osogbo-city stadium today with had many traditional rulers across the South Western States including Alafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi , senior government officials and the Governor of Osun, who was represented by his deputy, Gboyega Alabi.
It is worthy mentioning that, the Oluomo of Modakeke was the only one that was so honoured today by the Ataoja of Osogbo in commemoration of his 10th anniversary.
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