Otunba \u2018Dare Odufowokan, a senior aide to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, marked his 50th birthday with a double traditional honour in Remoland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Odufowokan, who serves as the governor\u2019s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications, was installed into two chieftaincy positions during separate ceremonies held in the area on Thursday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first ceremony took place in Iraye Remo, where the Nloku of Iraye Remo, Oba Adimula Afolabi Ogunlaja, installed him as the Mayegun of Iraye Remo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Later in the day, the Eleposo of Eposo Remo, Oba Mukaila Akanji Olabinjo, conferred on him the title of Otunba Onigegewura of Eposo Remo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The two ceremonies brought together traditional rulers, government officials, political figures, business leaders, community representatives and associates of the celebrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The appointments were presented as recognition of Odufowokan\u2019s involvement in community affairs, youth-related initiatives and activities considered beneficial to the development of Remoland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the Iraye palace, Oba Ogunlaja spoke positively about the celebrant\u2019s relationship with the community and his support for the traditional institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The monarch said Odufowokan had demonstrated a willingness to contribute to matters affecting the people and had remained supportive during difficult periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The second ceremony at Eposo provided another opportunity for community leaders to recognise Odufowokan\u2019s association with the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oba Olabinjo said the new Otunba had contributed to activities connected with the progress of Eposo and the wider Remo area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For Odufowokan, the ceremonies added a significant dimension to his golden jubilee celebrations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He expressed appreciation for the recognition and said he regarded the titles not simply as honours but as responsibilities that would require continued service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The governor\u2019s aide pledged to use his new positions to encourage peaceful relations, cooperation and development within Remoland and Ogun State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The birthday celebrations also featured prayers, cultural presentations, a reception and thanksgiving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ceremonies provided an opportunity for members of the traditional institution, government and the wider community to celebrate Odufowokan\u2019s personal milestone while welcoming him into new traditional responsibilities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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