BY ABU-SATAR HAMED

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Oyinlade of Egbaland, Chief Lanre Eki-Ladipo, has extended warm congratulations to HRM Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle MFR, Asade Agunloye IV, the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, and Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, on the celebration of his 13th Coronation Anniversary, held on Monday, April 14, 2025.
Chief Eki-Ladipo in a statement e-signed and made available to StarTrend Int’l magazine and online platform, expressed heartfelt joy and sincere prayers for continued peace, progress, and prosperity throughout the monarch’s reign.
“As Kabiyesi marks his 13th Coronation Anniversary today, I pray that this momentous occasion brings His Majesty and his Royal family enduring joy, peace, and boundless prosperity,” he said.
Highlighting Oba Olugbenle’s leadership, the Egba chief commended the monarch for fostering peace and overseeing remarkable developmental strides across Ilaro and Yewaland since ascending the throne.
He described Oba Olugbenle as a kind-hearted and visionary leader whose reign has consistently reflected peace, progress, and unity.
Chief Eki-Ladipo further emphasized the harmony that has flourished under the monarch’s reign, praising Oba Olugbenle’s effective stewardship as Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas and his unwavering commitment to excellence in leadership.
“On this 13th Coronation Anniversary, I celebrate His Majesty’s remarkable leadership and express my pride in Oba Olugbenle’s reign as the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland,” he said.
Chief Lanre Eki-Ladipo offered prayers for Kabiyesi’s continued good health and longevity, while urging the people of Yewaland to emulate the monarch’s virtues.
“As I wish Kabiyesi many more years of peaceful reign, good health, and happiness, I also pray that the people of Yewaland continue to embrace the admirable virtues Oba Olugbenle exemplifies, as these will only deepen the unity and progress of the land,” he added.