- The Committee oversees the annual Kayokayo Festival, a vital event that celebrates and preserves the cultural heritage of the Epe community.
- Ikuforiji praised Abass’s superb and excellent leadership, citing the numerous accomplishments achieved during his tenure as Coordinator.
Former Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Adeyemi Ikuforiji, has commended Aremo TJ Abass for his outstanding leadership as Coordinator of the Kayokayo Planning Committee.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Committee oversees the annual Kayokayo Festival, a vital event that celebrates and preserves the cultural heritage of the Epe community.
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During a handover ceremony earlier this month, Abass expressed his gratitude to key figures in the community, including HRM Oba Dr. Shefiu Adewale (Bamgbopa Eshinlokun 1), the Oluepe-in-Council, and the interim Coordinator for their unwavering support and dedication to the festival’s success.
Ikuforiji praised Abass’s superb and excellent leadership, citing the numerous accomplishments achieved during his tenure as Coordinator.
In a statement obtained by Eko Hot Blog correspondent, Ikuforiji lauded Abass’s commitment to fostering a sense of unity and promoting the rich cultural traditions of the Epe community through the Kayokayo Festival.
He wrote,
Aremø TJ Abass, my Presido.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
You’ve been so wonderful. You’re an inspiration to the young and old. You have demonstrated exceptional commitment, courage, patriotism, leadership and integrity.
I wish you well in all your endeavors, long life, good health and continued prosperity.
God bless.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the Kayo-Kayo Festival is an annual religious and cultural event held by the descendants of Oba Kosoko in Epe, Lagos State.
Commemorating the historical arrival of King Kosoko in 1851, the festival’s name translates to “eating to satisfaction” and is well-known within the Epe community.
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Over time, the Kayo-Kayo Festival has evolved into a platform that not only celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Epe community but also encourages discussions on socio-economic challenges and promotes local economic development.
