The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun on Friday installed Chief Elijah Akanni Sogbayi as the new Oloko of Orile Oko, Remo North Local Government, Ogun State.
The Governor who was represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiu Hamzat also presented the staff of office to the new monarch.
The Oba Elijah Sogbayi was installed four years after the demise of the immediate past traditional ruler of the town.
The Governor while speaking emphasized the pivotal role the traditional institution played in governance as a bridge between the government and the governed.
Abiodun said that the installation of the new Oloko of Orile Oko is a great accomplishment for the both the government of Ogun State and the people of Orile Oko.
“It is the testimony to the commitment of our administration to ensure that the tradional institution in the state continue to receive the utmost recognition due to them in Ogun State. Today’s event is another demonstration of our administration ‘s commitment to ensure the sustainance of our rich cultural heritage.
“I, prince Dapo Abiodun, CON the Governor of Ogun State of Nigeria in exercise of the power conferred upon me do hereby declare that the appointment of Chief Elijah Agboola Akanni, the Baale of Orile Oko in the area of authority of Remo North Local Government was approved on the 23rd day of October by the Ogun State Executive council”
The new monarch while speaking appreciated the Governor of Ogun State for approving his selection to rule his people.
He promised that he will bring about unprecedented land mark achievements to the community and entire remo land
Meanwhile, the Akarigbo of Remo Land , Oba Babatunde Ajayi urged the new monarch to use his office bring development into the town and ensure all issues around him are resolved.
Also the executive chairman of the local government, Hon. Dapo Odunsi expressed joy that the installation of the new monarch happened during his administration.
High Chief Olakunle Olalekan , the Lisa of Orile Oko appreciated the Governor of Ogun State for approving the selection of the new Oloko of Orile Oko, saying that they are happy about it.