The Orijeru of Igbooye Kingdom in Eredo Local Council Development Area, Epe, Oba Abdurasak Akanni Musa has been presented the staff of office by the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
The staff of office and instrument of appointment were presented last weekend to the new king on behalf of the governor by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Kayode Robert, at the Epe Local Government Secretariat.
Oba Abdurasak Akanni Musa is a master degree holder from the prestigious University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka. Until ascending the throne of his forefathers, he was a professional town planner with specialty in urban development.
At the ceremony, Sanwo-Olu, who congratulated the traditional ruler reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to ensuring equitable infrastructural development across Lagos State, including the Epe Division. He highlighted the critical role of royal fathers in promoting progress, peace, and harmony within their communities, describing them as indispensable partners of the government.
He also assured that the Lagos state government would continue to prioritise the welfare of traditional rulers across the state. “The government and the people of Lagos State congratulate Your Royal Majesty on ascending the revered stool of your ancestors. Your selection by the Kingmakers and the widespread acceptance by your people underscore their confidence in your ability to steer this kingdom towards greater prosperity and development. As a custodian of tradition and culture, you bear the responsibility to foster unity, friendship, and collaboration among royal fathers and chiefs within this Division and beyond.”
Also, the Executive Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, who was represented by the vice chairman, Adesanya Lateef, also congratulated Oba Abdurasak Akanni Musa on his installation. He urged Oba Akanni Musa, to utilise his vast experience to drive the growth and advancement of Igbooye, Eredo LCDA, the Epe Division, and Lagos State as a whole. “Your Royal Majesty brings to this prestigious stool a wealth of expertise and a history of accomplishments. I have no doubt that your reign will catalyze remarkable development in Igbooye, Epe Division, and the State at large.”
He further urged the sons and daughters of Igbooye to rally around the new king, emphasising the importance of collective effort to ensure a reign characterised by peace, unity, and unprecedented progress for the historic Igbooye Kingdom.