There was jubilation in Oke Ako in the Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State on Monday as Governor Biodun Oyebanji installed the new monarch of the community, the Owa of Oke-Ako, Oba Bamidele Olanrewaju.
Before last week’s approval and subsequent installation of Mr Oni as the new royal father of the community, the traditional stool was vacant for over 25 years.
Governor Oyebanji, represented by his deputy, Monisade Afuye, at the presentation of Staff of Office and Instrument of Appointment to the new monarch, who is from Oke Aofin Royal Dynasty, congratulated the monarch and the town for overcoming the difficulties witnessed during the interregnum.
The governor said, “I want to congratulate all of you today on this glorious moment. This, to us, is victory at last. You didn’t have a traditional ruler for over 25 years, but today, you are celebrating one after overcoming all past challenges.
“I want you to look at the back, take stock and look for way to make up for the lost grounds. The best way for you to do this is by allowing peace, unity and love. No town can develop without these.”
