Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has been installed as the Asiwaju of Edeland by the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Lawal.
This as the Governor declared self as the Asiwaju of Osun State following his installation as the Asiwaju of Edeland by the Timi of Ede, Oba Munurudeen Lawal.
This is as governor declared himself as the Asiwaju of Osun State promising to transform towns in the state to cities.
Speaking at the event held at the Timi Palace in Ede on Monday, he said the honour bestowed on him is a further call to service which he accepted wholeheartedly.
The Governor, who appeared elated at the event which was attended by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, vowed to carry the light of positive transformation across the state.
His words, “Kabiyesi, we note that this conferment is a commendation for the contributions of my family to the development of this town. It is equally further call to service.
“Very soon all big towns in Osun State will become cities. Ile-Ife, Ilesa, Iwo, Ikirum and Ila will all become cities. I will carry the light of positive transformation from towns to villages and from cities to rural areas across our dear State.
“To all Asiwaju title holders of various towns in Osun State, I welcome myself into your midst. On a lighter mood, I believe you are eager to receive me not just as the Asiwaju of Edeland but as the Asiwaju Of Osun State”.
Speaking on behalf of Governors’ forum, Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, who led Lagos and his Ogun State counterparts Babajide Sanwoolu and Dapo Abiodun commended Governor Adeleke for his achievement in the provision of infrastructure in the State.
