- Jide is not the only prince in Lagos or within the Kosoko family, but because of his intelligence and standing in the community
- Kosoko expressed excitement over the appointment, calling it a well-deserved recognition.
- The Oloja of Lagos stool had remained vacant since the passing of Chief Adebola Ige in 2017
Nollywood veteran Jide Kosoko has described his selection as the Oloja of Lagos-elect as a solemn call to service, emphasizing the cultural and communal responsibilities the role entails.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the 72-year-old actor was formally presented as Oloja-elect on January 24 at the palace of the Elereko of Lagos, signaling a significant milestone in his public life beyond his decades-long film career.
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Speaking with journalists on Friday, Kosoko expressed excitement over the appointment, calling it a well-deserved recognition. He, however, did not specify whether his new traditional role would affect his acting projects.
Reacting to the news, Nollywood actor and theatre practitioner Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin, congratulated Kosoko, highlighting the appointment as evidence of the film industry’s discipline, responsibility, and influence in society.
“Jide is not the only prince in Lagos or within the Kosoko family, but because of his intelligence and standing in the community, he was chosen as Oloja of Lagos,” Amusan said.
Kosoko joins a growing number of entertainers who have embraced traditional leadership roles, following comedian and actor Okey Bakassi’s coronation as a monarch in his Imo State community last year.
The Oloja of Lagos stool had remained vacant since the passing of Chief Adebola Ige in 2017.
Kosoko’s appointment was officially announced by Mrs Mutiat Ali-Balogun, Olori Ebi General of the King Kosoko Royal Family, who publicly presented him to the gathering.
During the ceremony, she raised his hand before family members and guests while traditional rites and prayers were observed. She was joined by Deputy Olori Ebi General Oyindamola Ayepola, head of the Meshimo Ruling House.
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