Alara Of Ilara Celebrates Eid-El-Fitri With Community Children

By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan

• Wednesday, April 10, 2024, marked the celebration of the end of the Ramadan fasting period in Epe and most parts of the world.

• It was a fun time for children in Ilara, Epe, Lagos State.

• The town’s monarch joined children to celebrate the conclusion of Ramadan.

Eko Hot Blog reports that, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo (JP), Telade IV, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom, on Wednesday, celebrated the joyous occasion of Eid-Al-Fitri with the children of Ilara Kingdom.

The occasion, which marked the end of the Ramadan fasting period, was a grand and heartwarming event on the monarch’s palace grounds.

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The celebration was aimed at spreading joy and happiness among the young residents of the kingdom, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.

The event featured various activities for the children, including a sumptuous meal and refreshing drinks distributed personally by His Royal Highness, Olori Bolanle Ogunsanwo.

The feast symbolized the monarch’s deep care and affection for the youth of his kingdom.

A professional DJ provided lively music, filling the air with laughter and excitement as the children danced and rejoiced.

His Royal Majesty interacted with the children, adding a special touch to the festivities and leaving a lasting impression on the young minds of Ilara Kingdom.

The celebration also strengthened the bonds within the community, as Oba Ogunsanwo’s generosity and compassion served as an inspiration to all, fostering unity and solidarity among the residents of Epe Division.

Prominent dignitaries and chiefs, including the Ogegbo of Ibonwon, the Chief-Imam of Ilara, and the Chairman of Ikosi-Ejinrin, among others, attended the event to join in the celebration and show support for His Royal Majesty’s efforts.

The celebration concluded with prayers of gratitude and blessings for the monarch and his wife, for their boundless generosity and benevolence.

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Oba Ogunsanwo’s acts of kindness have left a lasting legacy of goodwill and harmony within the kingdom, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations to come.

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