Renowned engineer, youth advocate, and prominent politician, Engr. Henrich Akomolafe, has extended warm greetings to the people of Ikere-Ekiti and Ekiti State at large as the town prepares for the 2025 Odun Oba Festival, scheduled to hold on August 2nd. He also congratulated the town and its traditional institution on the historic appointment of His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Adejimi Samuel Adu Alagabado (Agirilala II), the Ogoga of Ikere Kingdom, as the new Chairman of the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers.
Engr. Akomolafe, a proud son of Ikere-Ekiti and a popular figure in Ekiti politics, described the dual significance of the season as a “moment of honour and cultural pride” for the people of Ikere. “We are witnessing a defining moment in our history,” he said. “Our revered monarch has not only led us with wisdom and dignity over the past decade but is now entrusted with the leadership of the entire traditional institution in Ekiti State. This is a great honour for Ikere and a reflection of the depth of his influence and integrity.”
The Ogoga’s appointment as Chairman of the Council of Traditional Rulers is widely seen as a merited recognition of his visionary leadership, intellectual legacy, and dedication to promoting peace, culture, and development in Ekiti. Engr. Akomolafe commended the Ekiti State Government for taking the bold and deserving step of placing Ikere’s royal father at the helm of the state’s traditional leadership body.
Akomolafe, who contested for the House of Representatives under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 general elections, is well known for his grassroots engagement, progressive politics, and professional background as a qualified engineer. His candidacy attracted wide support from young people, technocrats, and stakeholders across Ekiti South, owing to his forward-thinking agenda.
As a proud indigene, Engr. Akomolafe emphasized the importance of the Odun Oba Festival not only as a cultural celebration but as a moment of unity, remembrance, and renewal for the people of Ikere. This year’s festival is especially significant, marking the 10th Coronation Anniversary of the Ogoga, who ascended the throne in 2015. The festival, which draws visitors and dignitaries from within and outside Nigeria, will showcase the rich heritage, deep-rooted traditions, and royal dignity of the ancient kingdom.
“Odun Oba is more than a festivity,” Akomolafe remarked. “It is a reflection of who we are, a proud, united, and resilient people with a deep love for culture and community. I urge all sons and daughters of Ikere, both at home and in the diaspora, to take part in this year’s celebration and honour our shared identity.”
He also used the opportunity to celebrate the strides made by Ikere indigenes in business, politics, academia, and governance. He called for greater unity, continued investment in the community, and unwavering support for traditional institutions as pillars of stability and development.
With the appointment of the Ogoga as Chairman of the Council of Obas and the grandeur of Odun Oba 2025 in view, Ikere-Ekiti is firmly in the spotlight this month. Engr. Henrich Akomolafe’s message is a rallying call for unity, pride, and purposeful engagement, a reminder that the future of Ikere lies in the hands of its people, built on the foundation of culture, leadership, and vision
