Ekiti State is known for numerous festivals once it reaches the late quarter of the year, Odun Oba Festival is paramount of the Ikere Ekiti Kingdom
In celebration of the 2024 Odun Oba Festival, Ekiti Born Philanthropist Harrison Niyi Alonge, founder of Harrison Niyi Alonge Care Foundation extends the warmest greeting and felicitation to His Royal Majesty Oba Adejimi Adu Alagbado, the Ogoga of Ikere Kingdom,the Olori Eye shorun, Ogooga in Council, Women fold and all Sons and daughters of Ikere Kingdom home and abroad.
A statement on behalf of the management and staff of.the Foundation signed by the media coordinator, Comrade Olawale Ezekiel on Saturday;
“We honour your leadership, wisdom, and dedication to the prosperity of our kingdom. Your selflessness and commitment to the well-being of your people are truly admirable.
“As we gather to celebrate our rich cultural heritage, we acknowledge the significance of this festival in promoting unity, peace, and progress in our community. We are proud to be part of this joyous occasion and pledge our continued support to your reign.
“May this Odun OBA Festival bring joy, blessings, and continued prosperity to our kingdom under your wise leadership. We pray for your good health, long life, and divine guidance.
“Congratulations, Your Royal Majesty!”
The festival which features several cultural performances and rites of the occasion, also has in attendance dignitaries ranging from traditional, community, business class, political and groups such as Her Excellency, Chief Mrs Monisade Afuye (Deputy Governor, Ekiti State), Prof olowokudejo (Chairman Ikere Development Forum), Otunba Adewumi Sola( CEO, Inspiration Hotel), Engr Ricabim, Ikere Council of Elders led by Elder S. Omoyeni, Barr Ola Alonge (Former Ikere L.G Chairman) , Former Deputy Governor of Ekiti State,His Excellency,Surv Biodun Aluko, Engr Henrich Akomolafe Harrison Alonge Media Team among others.