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…Acknowledges Awujale’s Role In 2023 Election Victory
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED
IJEBU-ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, highlighting the monarch’s significant contributions to his success in the 2023 presidential election.
The President made this known during his remarks at the 8th Day Fidau Prayer held in honour of the revered monarch at the Dipo Dina International Stadium in Ijebu-Ode.
The prayer event drew an array of high-profile dignitaries, including Governor Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, and Governor Abdulrahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State.
Also in attendance were the Deputy Governors of Ogun, Lagos, and Oyo states; former governors Chief Olusegun Osoba, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, and Senator Ibikunle Amosun; several members of the National Assembly; the Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly; Federal Ministers; traditional rulers; and other notable figures.
President Tinubu also said that the late Awujale was steadfast and resolute in his support for the revalidation of the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election, won by Chief MKO Abiola.
“The Awujale was always there for us. He supported us during the June 12 annulment. He was steadfast and resolute. He was very honest, bold, courageous, and truthful. He would not deceive you”, the President insisted.
According to the President, the late Awujale was a pride to Yorubaland, noting that apart from being truthful, he was also courageous, bold, and honest while supporting a cause he believed was right.
Oba Adetona, the President noted, brought dignity to the Yoruba race, adding that Yoruba history would not be complete without the contributions of the Awujale.
While thanking God for granting the deceased monarch a long life to live up to 91 years, the President appreciated Governor Dapo Abiodun for his care towards the late Oba, calling on the people to unite and cherish the legacies the Awujale left behind.
Speaking earlier, the Governor Abiodun, described the Awujale as a moral compass whose reign brought unprecedented development to Ijebuland.
According to Governor Abiodun, the late Oba, apart from upholding the dignity and culture of Ijebuland, was a voice for the less-privileged and served as a mentor to many, adding that he made a positive impact during his lifetime.
The Awujale, the governor noted, was a man of unshaken faith who used his position to unite his people despite their religious differences, thus promoting religious harmony in Ijebuland and the state in general.
Governor Abiodun called on the people to reflect on the life and legacies of the Awujale and remain peaceful for the continued development of the state and the country.
