In a gesture of goodwill, Otunba Bamidele Akingboye (OBA), the Social Democratic Party’s (SDP) gubernatorial candidate for Ondo State’s 2024 election, has extended warm congratulations to the newly installed Ajana Afa of Okeagbe Akoko, His Royal Majesty, Oba Mofolorunso Adegboyega Arasanyin.
The monarch, who ascended the throne as Arole Agba 1, Okeladeokin, Egungun Lila, received praise from Akingboye for his esteemed character and dedication to cultural preservation. The SDP candidate expressed confidence in the new king’s ability to usher in an era of peace and progress for Okeagbe Akoko and its surrounding areas.
In his congratulatory message, Akingboye emphasized the significance of the installation for both the local community and Ondo State. He also offered prayers for the monarch’s long and prosperous reign, highlighting the potential for positive transformation under His Royal Majesty’s leadership.
This show of support from a prominent political figure underscores the importance of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s socio-political landscape, even as the state gears up for its upcoming gubernatorial elections.