Barely 24 hours after government presented staff of office to the new Deji of Akureland, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, he has commenced traditional rites that will keep him incommunicado.
The traditional ruler has proceeded to his root that is Ayere village in Akure North area of the state where he will stay for some days .
Oba Aladelusi will later proceed to the palace where he will undergo another series of rites which include the mounting the traditional “ Okiti Omolore” with his first daughter. The palace will remain shut to all activities until the completion of the rites by the Oba.
Regent of the town, Princess Adetutu Adesida has since vacated the palace following the selection of the new Oba. Meanwhile, speaking after the presentation of instrument and staff of office, the Oba vowed to eradicate thuggery in the state capital.
With the commencement of the traditional rites, it was gathered that the Palace of the Deji of Akure will remain closed until the rites are concluded. The new Deji of Akure will start exercising authorities as the traditional ruler of the city after the completion of the rites, which are expected to last for one week.
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