OBA ADEDIRAN CROWNED TOWULADE OF OWU-AKINALE
In a grand ceremony scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025, Owu-Akinale in Ogun State’s Ewekoro Local Government Area will witness the coronation of His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Oluseyi Ayodeji Adewole Adediran, as the Otileta I, Towulade of Owu-Akinale.
The event, set to take place at the Baptist Primary School grounds, promises to be a spectacular display of culture, tradition, and community spirit. The coronation will be accompanied by the launch of several development projects, including a mini Health Centre, a Borehole Water Project, and an Education Trust Fund.
The family of the late Prince Olujide Akanji Adediran is felicitating the coronation of Oba Oluseyi Ayodeji Adewole, Otileta I, as a mark of respect and celebration of their loved one’s legacy. The family’s gesture underscores the significance of this momentous occasion.
The occasion is expected to attract a who’s who of dignitaries, including former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Governor Dapo Abiodun, and Senator Ibikunle Amosun. Music legend Chief Ebenezer Obey-Fabiyi is also set to perform, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The installation of Oba Adediran marks a significant milestone for the Community, signaling a new era of leadership, cultural revival, and development. The planning committee has hailed the event as a watershed moment, promising a brighter future for Owu-Akinale.
As the town prepares to celebrate this momentous occasion, the air is filled with excitement and anticipation. With the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba Prof. Saka Adelola Matemilola, serving as Chief Host, the stage is set for a truly unforgettable experience.
As the Community gathers to celebrate the coronation, the traditional blessing “Ki Ade pe lori, ki bata pe lese. Irukere a di abere, Olori a sise ibi” – “May your reign be peaceful” – echoes through the air, a testament to the hopes and aspirations of the people for their new monarch. May Oba Oluseyi Adediran’s reign be filled with peace, prosperity, and progress for Owu-Akinale.
