The ancient town of Ilobu in Irepodun Local Government area of Osun State will be agog with excitement as the Olobu of Ilobu, Oba Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan II (JP), marked his 50th coronation anniversary.
The event, which began with a press conference addressed by the Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, Alhaji Abdulwahab Falowo, was a week-long celebration of the monarch’s five decades on the throne.
The press conference, held at the palace grounds, was attended by dignitaries from across the state and beyond. Alhaji Falowo highlighted the series of activities lined up to herald the jubilee anniversary, including a brief historical background of the ancient town, education summit, medical outreach, sporting activities, royal homages, inter-religious prayers, and conferment of chieftaincy titles on some eminent and deserving personalities across the globe.
One of the highlights of the event was the conferment of a chieftaincy title on the Osun State Governor, Senator Nurudeen Jackson Ademola Adeleke. The Governor, who was represented by his deputy, was honored for his contributions to the development of the state and his commitment to the welfare of the people.
The week-long celebration was a fitting tribute to Oba Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan II (JP), who has worked tirelessly to promote peace, progress, and human development in Ilobu. His commitment to education, healthcare, and infrastructure has transformed the ancient town into a thriving one, elegantly placed at a vantage position in Nigeria and Africa.
The event was attended by traditional rulers, politicians, business leaders, and other dignitaries from across the country. The people of Ilobu and Osun State were grateful for the opportunity to honor their monarch and celebrate their rich culture and heritage. The 50th coronation anniversary of the Olobu of Ilobu would be remembered for a long time as a day of honor, celebration, and unity.