AbdulRazaq approves appointment of new Onijagbo of Ijagbo
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the appointment of Alhaji Buhari Adeniyi as the new Onijagbo of Ijagbo in Oyun Local Government Area of the state.
This is coming after Oba Salawudeen Fagbemi Obembe II, died in December 2022 at the age of 110.
Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Community Development, Lafia Aliyu Kora-Sabi said in a statement on Friday that the announcement followed the conclusion of the long-drawn processes specified under the law.
“His Excellency congratulates the new Onijagbo of Ijagbo on his ascension to the throne of his forebears.
“This exalted position has uniquely placed His Royal Highness in the position to build bridges of harmony, understanding, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence amongst the people.
“The governor similarly urges all sons and daughters of the ancient community to work with His Royal Highness to consolidate on the successes of his forefathers.
“His Excellency prays that the reign of His Royal Highness will usher in more progress, peace and development in his domain in particular and the State at large,” he said.
