Harrison Alonge, a renowned philanthropist and founder, Harrison Niyi Alonge Care Foundation, has congratulated the Ewi of Ado Ekiti,HRM,Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe, Oloris,Chiefs, and sons and daughters of Ado Ekiti on the year 2024 Udi Roko Festival, a significant cultural event in Ado Ekiti.
Harrison Alonge, who is deeply rooted in Ekiti culture, expressed his delight at being part of the celebration, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage.
He commended the Ewi of Ado Ekiti and the organizers for their efforts at promoting the festival.
In a congratulatory message signed by his media aide, Comrade Olawale Ezekiel and made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti, the Ekiti State capital, Alonge described the festival as a reflection of the rich cultural heritage of Ado Ekiti.
It reads;”Udiroko Festival is a testament to the rich cultural diversity of Ado Ekiti and Ekiti State as a whole.
“I celebrate with our Kabiyesi His Royal Majesty Oba Rufus ADEYEMO ADEJUGBE ALADESANMI III, the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti and all the good People of Ado Ekiti on this August event, and I urge everyone to embrace and preserve our cultural values.”
He pledged his support for initiatives aimed at promoting Ekiti culture and heritage
The Udiroko Festival is a celebration of Ado Ekiti’s cultural identity, featuring traditional music, dance, art, and customs which brings together people from all walks of life to promote unity, cultural pride, and community bonding.
“Aseyi samodun loruko Olorun Oba, Amin.”