- Prince Adedipe Ewenla is now the Akinjagunla Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland
- Ewenla is a Master’s holder in security and safety from Irgib African University
- Dauda Ewenla, the Chief Executive Officer of Adedas and Company Global Services Limited
The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has officially bestowed the title of Akinjagunla Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland upon Prince Amb (Dr.) Adedipe Dauda Ewenla, the Chief Executive Officer of Adedas and Company Global Services Limited.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the ceremony took place on Monday, January 15, 2025, marking the 7th anniversary of Iba Gani Adams’ installation as the 15th Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland.
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Iba Gani Adams explained that Prince Adedipe Ewenla was selected for this prestigious title due to his significant contributions to the promotion and preservation of Yoruba culture.
He commended Ewenla’s efforts and encouraged him to continue his work for the advancement of Yorubaland, both locally and internationally. This sentiment was conveyed in a letter personally signed by Iba Gani Adams prior to the conferment.
“Having observed your past activities within the OPC and your unwavering dedication to the promotion of Yoruba culture and traditions, I am pleased to inform you that you have been confirmed as one of the esteemed recipients of the honorary title under the esteemed stool of the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland,” the letter read.
During the ceremony, Prince (Dr.) Adedipe Ewenla expressed his gratitude to Iba Gani Adams for his generosity in recognizing his efforts.
He stated that his primary goal has always been to see Yorubaland thrive beyond its borders, as the Yoruba people possess a rich culture deserving of global recognition.
Ewenla also pledged to uphold the values of Yoruba culture and urged all Yoruba people to join him in supporting efforts to promote their heritage worldwide.
“I want to express my heartfelt thanks to my leader, Iba Gani Adams, the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, for conferring on me the title of Akinjagunla Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland.
This is a position I hold dear, as it is a call to service, and I vow to dedicate myself to my duties,” Ewenla said. “Yorubaland is richly blessed, and it has always been my joy to see our culture flourish globally.
I have always done what I can, and with this new title, I am confident that I can do even more for our people. This title is both an honor and a call to action, and I will continue to support our leader in every way for the advancement of Yorubaland.
I also urge every Yoruba individual to support us as we continue our mission to promote and protect our culture.”
Prince Amb (Dr) Adedipe Dauda Ewenla, an Indigene of Lagos State was born in Abule Egba into a Royal family of Baaki
Ewenla is a Master’s holder in security and safety from Irgib African University, and also a renowned surveyor of repute and a security consultant. He has undying passion for humanity, among other things.
As a philanthropist, he has offered free computer training and many entrepreneurship training for all and sundry in his local government.
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Owing to his philanthropic gesture and for being a grassroots politician, he has bagged notable chieftaincy titles, which include, Ajagun-nla of Ojokoro, Aremo Ijako Orile, Ajagungbade of Itori Oke Egba land, Balogun Wasimi Egba kingdom Abule Egba Lagos, Aare Adimu Asiwaju-Dada Lagos, Apase Itage of ANTP, Balogun Adinni Al Wasilat Islamic Foundation and Arowosadinni of Abule-Egba respectively.
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