- Jagunoba and Yeye Jagunoba titles conferred on Col. John Korede Oshikoya and Chief (Mrs.) Sharon Rantiola
- Another prominent indigene honoured with the Gbobaniyi title
- Ceremony held as part of the Orijeru’s Coronation Anniversary celebration
The Orijeru of Igbooye Kingdom, HRM Oba (Tpl.) Abdul Rasaq Akanni Musa, has conferred prestigious chieftaincy titles on notable sons and daughters of the kingdom in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the growth and development of Igbooye Kingdom, as part of activities marking his Coronation Anniversary, reaffirming the palace’s commitment to rewarding service, integrity, and dedication to community development.
Eko Hot Blog reports that at the colourful traditional ceremony held in Igbooye, Col. John Korede Oshikoya was installed as the Jagunoba of Igbooye Kingdom, while his wife, Chief (Mrs.) Oshikoya Sharon Rantiola, was honoured with the title of Yeye Jagunoba of Igbooye Kingdom.
In the same ceremony, another distinguished indigene was also honoured with the revered title of Gbobaniyi of Igbooye Kingdom.
Speaking during the event, Oba Musa said the titles were not given for prestige alone but as a call to higher responsibility and service to the people of Igbooye at large.
“These titles are symbols of trust and responsibility. They are meant for those who have shown loyalty, discipline, and genuine love for the progress of Igbooye Kingdom,” the monarch said.
The installation process was conducted in line with age-long traditions of the kingdom and was jointly carried out by the Aladegbawojo of Odogbawojo, HRM Oba Adelani Adeniyi, and HRM Oba Nureni Sikiru Odedina, the Oniladaba of Ladaba, with the Aladepekun of Odo Egiri, the Omola of Odomola, the Uraka of Poka, and other monarchs present.
Their participation underscored the unity, cooperation, and shared cultural heritage among traditional rulers across Epe Division.
Presiding over the ceremony, the Orijeru offered royal blessings and prayers for wisdom, long life, and steadfast loyalty for the newly installed chiefs, while urging them to work in harmony with the palace and contribute meaningfully to peace, unity, and sustainable development in Igbooye Kingdom.
In their remarks, the newly installed chiefs expressed gratitude to the monarch and the people of Igbooye, pledging their loyalty to the throne and renewed commitment to community service.
“I am deeply honoured by this recognition, and I see it as a call to do more for my people and my kingdom,” one of the title holders said.
The coronation anniversary celebration attracted traditional rulers, chiefs, political leaders, security personnel, youth and women groups, as well as sons and daughters of Igbooye Kingdom from within and outside Lagos State.
The event featured traditional rites, cultural performances, prayers, and goodwill messages, highlighting the enduring relevance of traditional institutions in grassroots development.
