BY ABU-SATAR HAMED

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Baale of Alemafo-Ijebu in Ijebu North-East Local Government Area of Ogun State, Otunba Femi Ajayi, alongside his wife, Rt. Hon. (Chief) Mrs. Lateefat Bolanle Ajayi, Deputy Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Adeboye Olugbenle, MFR, Asade Agunloye IV, the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, on the auspicious occasion of his 13th Coronation Anniversary, celebrated on Monday, April 14, 2025.
In a statement e-signed and made available to StarTrend Int’l Magazine and Online, Otunba Femi Ajayi, a retired Assistant Comptroller of Customs, expressed joy and offered prayers for continued peace, prosperity, and divine blessings upon the monarch and his royal household.
“As we mark the 13th Coronation Anniversary of our tireless Kabiyesi, I pray that this special milestone brings His Majesty and the Royal Family abundant joy, unshakable peace, and enduring prosperity,” he stated.
Reflecting on the monarch’s reign, Otunba Ajayi highlighted the remarkable peace, unity, and developmental strides witnessed in Ilaro, Yewaland, and beyond under the leadership of Oba Olugbenle.
He described the royal father as a gracious, kind-hearted, and generous ruler whose leadership has left a lasting impact.
Otunba Ajayi commended the monarch’s distinguished role as Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, praising his wisdom, commitment, and service to the people.
“We are incredibly proud of Oba Olugbenle’s leadership as the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland
“On this 13th Coronation Anniversary, we celebrate His Majesty’s legacy and pray for more years of peaceful reign, good health, and fulfillment”, Otunba Ajayi said.
Otunba Ajayi and his wife, Deputy Speaker Bolanle Ajayi, also called on the people of Yewaland to uphold the values of unity, peace, and development championed by Oba Olugbenle, assuring that such virtues will continue to strengthen the bond of the community.
“The blessings of God upon Yewaland will continue to guide us,” they concluded.