The Lagos State Government has formally installed a new monarch, Prince Ibrahim Adebowale Saliu, as His Royal Majesty, Alaiyeluwa Oba Ibrahim Adebowale Saliu, the Onise of Ise Kingdom in Lekki Local Government Area, following a presentation of the Staff of Office and Instrument of Appointment to him on Friday, 21st of August.
The installation of the new monarch follows the death of the late Oba Ganiu Adebowale Adegbesan, Onise of Ise Kingdom.
Based on the approval of the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu and the Lagos State Executive Council, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje presented the Instruments of Appointment, alongside the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa.
The Special Adviser, while speaking during the occasion, urged the new Monarch to make peace, unity and inclusive development the pillars of his reign, emphasizing the important role traditional institutions play in promoting harmony, stability and grassroots development.
He encouraged the new monarch to work hand in hand with all members of the Royal families and ensure reconciliation, cooperation, and collective progress for the people of Ise Kingdom, during his reign.
He congratulated the monarch, and expressed confidence in the Monarch would apply his experience, wisdom, and position towards the advancement of peace and prosperity of the Ise Kingdom.
Meanwhile, the Permanent Secretary, in an earlier address welcomed the royal fathers and other dignitaries to the event.
She expressed appreciation to Sanwo-Olu for approving the presentation of the Staff of Office and Instrument of Appointment to the newly installed Monarch.
She described the gesture as “a demonstration of the administration’s commitment to strengthening the traditional institution and promoting grassroots development.”
The commencement of the reign of Oba Ibrahim Adebowale Saliu as the Onise of Ise Kingdom was officially marked by the presentation of the Staff of Office and Instrument of Appointment.