The Arole Oduduwa and the Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has felicitated with the Alapomu of Apomu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Kayode Adenekan Afolabi, on the commemoration of his 58th birthday anniversary.
A statement by the Director of Media and Publicity to Ooni Ogunwusi, Comrade Moses Olafare, quoted the Ooni as describing Oba Adenekan as a “noble descendant of the prestigious Giesi ruling House in Ife.
Ooni Ogunwusi added that Oba Adenekan has been a change maker in Apomu Kingdom and in the committee of Oodua traditional rulers globally.
The statement said, “Kabiyesi, you have started very well in the ancient Kingdom of Apomu and Arole Oodua Olofin Adimula is so proud as a father to see the changes your reign is beginning to bring to the ancient town in particular and Oodua Race in general.
“Back home here in Ile-Ife, the Giesi Ruling House of Agbedegbede, your ancestral compound, which you share with Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, your giant strides are seen and the entire household is equally proud to be associated with Your Majesty.
“On this great occasion of your birthday, the Ooni wishes you a healthy long life, filled with prosperity, asking you to continue in your relentless efforts of serving humanity. It shall be well with you and the Ooni assures you that the spirit Oduduwa is with you.
“Arole Oduduwa Olofin, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II heartily prays the Almighty Olodumare shall bless your Majesty with longevity of age, good health and prosperous reign on the throne of forefathers as you gloriously clock 58.”
