Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the appointment of Alhaji Buhari Adeniyi as the new Onijagbo of Ijagbo in Oyun Local Government Area of the state.
Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development Hon. Lafia Aliyu Kora-Sabi said in a statement on Friday that the announcement followed the long-drawn processes specified under the law.
“His Excellency congratulates the new Onijagbo of Ijagbo on his ascension to the throne of his forebears,” the statement said.
“This exalted position has uniquely placed His Royal Highness in the position to build bridges of harmony, understanding, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence amongst the people.
The Governor similarly urges all sons and daughters of the ancient community to work with His Royal Highness to consolidate on the successes of his forefathers.
“His Excellency prays that the reign of His Royal Highness will usher in more progress, peace and development in his domain in particular and the State at large.”
Also, Governor AbdulRazaq has congratulated the 12th Balogun Alanamu of Ilorin Emirate Dr. Usman Atolagbe Abubakar Jos on the first anniversary of his appointment into the exalted seat.
The Governor was quoted in a statement saying ”On behalf of the people and government of Kwara State, I congratulate the 12th Balogun Alanamu of Ilorin Emirate Dr. Usman Atolagbe Abubakar Jos on the first anniversary of his appointment into the exalted seat. I also congratulate the people of Alanamu and the entire Ilorin Emirate on this remarkable day.
“Within just a year, his Balogunship has reflected finesse, scholarship, and a clear commitment to growth and development in a sustainable way. The Balogun exudes grace, class, and the beautiful culture of Ilorin.
“He is a man of ideas who promotes self-reliance, economic empowerment, and decent public engagements in an atmosphere of knowledge and respect for the culture and tradition of the people of Ilorin Emirate.
“He unmistakably brings a fresh perspective of scholarship and contemporaneous ideas to the seat he occupies. One of such is his resolve to mark his first anniversary with a public lecture that offers quality insights on issues of national importance.
“I commend the Balogun for being an advocate of good governance, a pillar of support for young people, and a strong voice of moderation — and for his support for our administration, following the footsteps of Mai Martaba the Emir of Ilorin Dr. Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, CFR. We bid him to continue along the noble path of being a true father to his people and an ambassador of this great Emirate.
“I pray Allah to continue to bless the 12th Balogun Alanamu and grant him good health, long life, and wisdom to fully execute the responsibilities of the revered office,” the Governor noted.
