‘Let’s Work Together For Progress Of Our Kingdom To Uplift Its Culture & Heritage’ – Omola Of Odomola

Eko Hot Blog reports that HRM Oba Adeshina Sulaimon Adebowale, the Omola of Odomola Kingdom in Epe, Lagos State, has charged his people to cooperate and support him to work for the progress of the kingdom.

He made the charge at his Coronation Ceremony at the weekend.

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The event took place after a seven-day cultural rite in Ipebi—a form of isolation done by the kingmakers and traditionalists in the kingdom.

Oba Adebowale expressed his profound gratitude to the good people of Epe in his inaugural speech as the Omola of Odomola Kingdom.

“I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the Aladeshonyin of Odo Noforija Kingdom, HRM Oba Babatunde Ola Ogunlaja, and all the royal fathers who graced this occasion with their presence and blessings. Your wisdom and support are invaluable, and I promise to heed your guidance as I embark on this journey,” he said.

In addition, the Omola admonished the subjects to work with him for the progress and development of the kingdom to uplift it, its heritage and culture while wooing developments of the kingdom and sustaining its heritage.

“Once again, I am profoundly thankful for this opportunity to serve as your Omola. With your support and the blessings of the Almighty, I am confident that we will lead Odomola to new heights. Thank you, and may God bless our beloved kingdom,” the monarch added.

In attendance were traditional rulers, people of class and great personalities in the society one of whom was the representative of Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadir Hamzat.

Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, the Chairman of Eredo LCDA and the chief host of the occasion was also in attendance. He delivered the opening speech, expressing gratitude to all present for honouring Oba Adebowale.

One of the royal fathers of the day, HRM Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyin of Odo Noforija Kingdom, shared words of wisdom and blessed the new Omola.

Obama Ogunlaja admonished the newly coronated king to uphold the heritage of the kingdom and ensure its continuum and preservation in the scheme of things.

“I want to take a moment to remind HRM Oba Adeshina Sulaimon Adebowale of the sacred responsibilities that come with this esteemed title. You are now the custodian of our culture, our heritage, and the welfare of our people. Your reign must be characterized by wisdom, justice, and unwavering dedication to the betterment of Odomola,” he said.

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Gracing the coronation with musical performance was the popular legendary Apala musician, Dr. Haruna Ishola, whose musical dexterity rented the air with dignitaries in attendance moved to the rhythm of his melodious presentation.

To commemorate the event with a show of culture was a captivating display in honour of Sango, the God of Thunder.

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