Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has charged the newly installed Awujako of Ijako-Orile, Oba Akeem Akinyemi, to use his honoured position to promote his community’s socio-economic development, strengthens security and preserve the area’s rich cultural heritage.

The Governor gave the charge during the official installation of the monarch in Yewa North Local Government Area, urging him to support the State government’s development agenda by mobilising his subjects to remain law-abiding and fulfil their civic responsibilities in line with the ISEYA mantra of his administration.

Represented by the Commissioner, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat, the Governor said the monarch should deploy his experience and exposure to mobilise the community towards achieving the State government’s strategic development goals and economic transformation agenda.

Speaking also on industrial growth, Abiodun, urged the traditional ruler to encourage his subjects to cooperate with the government in attracting and sustaining high-value investments for the collective benefit of Ogun State residents.

In his remarks, Chairman of Yewa North Local Government, Hon. Dr. Olusola Akinbode, congratulated the monarch and the people of Ijako-Orile on the installation, expressing hope that the new reign would usher in greater development and prosperity for the community.

Also speaking, the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, represented by the Olu of Imasayi, Oba Lukuman Kuoye, commended Governor Abiodun for strengthening traditional institutions and ensuring that they occupy rightful place in the State.

He urged the new monarch to be prayerful and heed to advice of the council of elders, while calling on the sons and daughters of Ijako-Orile, to support his reign, stressing that collective effort and unity were essential to achieving sustainable development in the community.

In his acceptance speech, the newly installed Awujako of Ijako-Orile, Oba Akeem Akinyemi, expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity to ascend the throne, pledging to prioritise community development, security and youth empowerment.

The monarch also promised to govern with equity, fairness, justice and compassion, without discrimination, while praying that his reign would usher in unprecedented prosperity and meaningful development for his people.