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| Oba Moroof and friends |
The one week of activities started on Saturday, 28
th
of July ending on Sunday 5
thof
August with an interdenominational service at the palace spearheaded by a union
of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)members.
We present you with those things you never saw during the
celebrations
THE ARENA
The arena for the main celebration was the main bowl of
Ejigbo Youths Centre which was already cordoned off two days before the event
for security purposes. It was during those two days that the majestic canopies
and the stage of K1 Ultimate grand show were set up.
Even some of the cooling vans started revving full of drinks on the
night of Friday.
OBA MOROOF, HIS STYLE
The celebration of the 20 years anniversary presented Oba
Moroof yet another opportunity to exhibit his style and fashion.
He wore specially embroidered sky blue brocade topping it up
with a specially knit ash-colored Indian cap with a knot on its squeezed front.
You should have seen how his posture caused almost all known
photographers in the community to be glued to the high able taking shots of him
and his friends. They snapped every move that Kabiyesi made on that day.
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| HRM Oba Moroof Adekunle Adisa Ojoola on that day |
OBA MOROOF, HIS GRATITUDE
Oba Moroof was full of gratitude for the huge turnout at the
occasion. He even put it in writing and was visibly thankful to his fellow Obas
as well as other distinguished Nigerians for postponing other pressing personal
matters to be with him on that day.
He did not mince words when he extended most special
appreciation to “my one man committee Mr. Abidemi Ogunmefun(aka Galaxy) who
stood by me to make this occasion a reality. I also thank my Baba Itesiwaju
Ejigbo Hon Abdul-Hakeem Mobaji Abdul Lateef, my Chiefs, may God continue to
bless and prosper you. Honorable Monsuru Oloyede Bello, Chairman Ejigbo LCDA,
my God will reward you.
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| Obas in the house |
OBA MOROOF, HIS FRIENDS AND SMALL CHOPS
The long VIP table was filled up with dignitaries who
started joining the celebrant quite early on that day. Many of his friends and
obas continued to file in one after the other until they filled all the
reserved seats and the show came to a climax.
One noticeable thing was that as the chief host, all the
pieces of fish, meat, small chops that went to the table was tasted by Oba Moroof
before it started making the rounds on the table for his friends. And the high
table never lacked chops and all kinds of drinks.
HIS OLORIS
Oba Moroof’s wives were at their best also. Led by Olori
Tawakalitu, Olori Adepeju and Olori Olubukola, sat calmly watching and creating
their own joy at the event marking the 20
th anniversary on the
throne of His Royal Majesty Oba Moroof Ojoola, their husband.
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| Otunba Abegunde |
YORUBA DAY
The next day Sunday was reserved as Yoruba day at the palace
where all kinds of dance and music performers thrilled the crowd.
Yoruba chiefs did not spare funds to rock as the entire
Ifoshi road was blocked.
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| Onyendu Bobaselu Nwoye, Eze Obu Otun Bobaselu Okoro, Soludero Nwachinawaruzo Ndudim |
IGBO DAY
Igbo day held Thursday 2nd August highlight of it
being the crowning of Eze Martins Okoro as the Otun Bobaselu of Ejigbo by His
Royal Majesty.
On that sunny afternoon, Ndigbo led by Onyendu Alex S M
Nwoye unleashed a mini cultural festival with dancers and music groups with Oba
Moruf nodding in approval.
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| Igbo Women on Igbo day |
HAUSA DAY
Friday 3rd August was the turn of the Hausa’s to
celebrate with the Oba of Ejigbo on the anniversary of his coronation.
Dressed in their best, Arewa people led by their Seriki Azika
Tijanni paid homage to Oba Moroof underscoring the harmonious relationship
existing in the community
DPO BASHIR KOTANGORA
The event was one of the last major events that out gone
Ejigbo DPO Alhaji Bashir Kontagora attended. The friendly officer whom many saw as the major
symbol of Police is your friend slogan mingled round the arena to the various
canopies sharing banters with friends and taking pictures.
In a few days time, he was to hand over to a new DPO, CSP
Olabisi Okuwobi so Oba Moruf’s event was an opportunity to bid the
community farewell.
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| Members of Hotel Directors L-R Admin Sec, Anene Enebeli, Supol Bashir Kotangora, Nze Dimoke, Mama Okiki, Onyendu Nwoye and Chief Emma Anijah |
BOBASELU AND SOLUDERO
Bobaselu of Ejigbo, Igbo leader in Ejigbo Onyendu ASM Nwoye(Ochiriozuo of Uga) and
Soludero Chinedum Jackson Ndudim ( Nwachinawarauzo of Isingwu)Umuahia Abia
state were on hand to solidify the
connection between the Igbo and the palace of Oba of Ejigbo. Chief Ndudim was
part of the planning committee and a major liaison between the Igbo and the
Oba’s palace. He attended several meetings with the committee and He is still
getting commendations for a job well done.
THE MAN GALAXY
Overseeing the entire show was a man everyone called Galaxy,
Oba Moroof’s special aide who was there at his beck and call from the beginning
and ever after. He was very close to the high table where the Oba sat with his
friends. As chief coordinator of the entire show, Galaxy whose real names are
Abidemi Ogunmefun (Baba Eto)was the major supply for all important chops and
choice wines and spirits to the high table and to the special guests of the
party seated across the canopies. He was standing not far from the high table
completely at the service of the Oba and his friends. He was very attentive to
notice His Royal Majesty’s signals. He
also went round the various canopies to ensure that the show was going well.
Even though some people say Galaxy was on top of himself
shouting and hollering like a god on that day apparently because of the
pressure he was in, others say he did well and was in full control in
coordinating such a big show.
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| Abidemi Ogunmefun a.k.a Galaxy |
K1 ULTIMATE
King of fuji music King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1 ULTIMATE)
was in charge of the event. His band was already set as early as 11 a.m on the
day and playing away. Not until about 1pm did he mount the stage playing non-
stop until late at night.
He started by his regular intro skits until he veered into
his eulogy on Oba Moruf Adekunle Ojoola who marched out with his friends, oba’s
of other Lagos communities to appreciate.
ABOUT KUNLE RASHEED, K1 ‘s MEDIA MANAGER
Celebrity journalist Kunle Rasheed, media aide of K1Ultimate was also on hand to
enjoy with the Alayeluwa Ojoola.
The former Editor of Global Excellence magazine and
publisher of City Rovers magazine, was coordinating the surrounding of the
stage where his principal performed.
He also walked around the stage from front to back to feel
the sound of the rich fuji music coming out of the giant speakers.
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| Chief Emma Anijah and Eze Martins Okoro |
AKAJIAKU EMMA OTUGO ANIJAH AT HIS BEST
Akajiaku of Umeze Anam Chief Emma Otugo Anijah was also at
his best. The Chairman CEO of Super Pack Hotels and Suites bought the asoebi
and made a fitted top and trousers with it. When he arrived, he went straight
to the table of Ejigbo Hotel and Entertainment Directors Association at Mama
Okiki canopy.
Mama Okiki, Alhaja
Monsurat Adenike Farombi a member of the association was honored by the Oba and
set a lush table for members of the association
Akajiaku was also very visible at the Igbo day dressed in a
well designed Indian suit that attracted photographers
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| Chief Alhaja Mosurat Adenike Farombi Mama Okiki stepping out after being crowned by Oba Morrof koola |
THE ROLE OF HOTEL AND ENTERTAINMENT DIRECTORS
The wave making umbrella body uniting all proprietors of
Hotel business as well as entertainment providers played a big role during the
20th coronation ceremonies of Oba Moroof.
Considering the fact that their member Alhaja Mosurat
Adenike Farombi better known as Mama
Okiki was being honoured, the directors came in numbers and some were
represented. And they were well attended to. A list of members include Mecvilla
Garden, Super park Suites, Formula 4, New Golden City, Link Gardens, No story
Guest House and a host of many others just as Executive Secretary of the group
Mr. Anene Enebeli in coordination with the GM of Okiki International
Hotels Abdulwahab Aregbe made sure all
went well.
HONORABLE GRACE NWANKWO OKERE
Delectable Honorable Grace Nwankwo Okere, Councilor
representing Ifoshi ward at Ejigbo Local Council Development Area was also
visible throughout the event. She went around the entire canopies greeting
Ejigbo people thanking them for standing by APC all the way. At a time, she
took Hon Habeeb Anibaba, APC House of Reps hopeful on a guided tour round the
arena and especially to meet Ndigbo at
their canopy.
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| Igbo Women leader and councilor Chief Hon, Grace Nwankwo Okere (in white), Chief Hon Vivian Sunshine Obi(in glasses) |
On Igbo day, Honorable Grace was also in full swing dressed
in white flowing apparel with a befitting cap with inscription Ada tu Ugo was
gracefully seated on Igbo Women canopy with Honorable Vivian Sunshine Obi,
convener of the Progressive women Advocacy Organisation calling the shots
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| Ezemenwue Anisiofor and Nwatakwochaka Ikenna Agina |
HON.HAKEEM MUNIRU AND LADI AJOMALE
Former House of Reps member for Oshodi/ Isolo federal
constituency 2, Hon Hakeem Muniru seems to have formed a tag team with Hon Ladi
Ajomale, Lagos House of Assembly hopeful and son of former APC Chairman Lagos
state Chief Henry Dele Ajomale.
Both of them are united in the battle ahead so to speak
because it is no longer news that Muniru wants to return to the House of Reps
to replace Hon Tony Nwulu and complete his tenure. For Ajomale, he wants to be
the voice of Oshodi /Isolo at Lagos House of Assembly
They came to the arena and either shook hands or waved at
every one in all the canopies cheering and greeting.
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| Hon Ladi Ajomale and Hon Hakeem Muniruo |
OTUNBA ABEGUNDE, SOBALOJU, AKEWEJE, AKINROGUN et.al
Members of the council of Chiefs of Oba of Ejigbo were
prepared for the entire work of overseeing the event.
They made a rule against any member wearing agbada on the D Day. They all
wore white T shirts with their names printed at the back. Many wore jeans under
and shared themselves around the arena for effective supervision of the show. On the final day of celebrations they were all decked in white agbada and cap
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| Oba Ejigbo Palace chiefs |
DYNAMIC LADIES EXPOSED
Since she started mobilizing for the election of first, Hon
Kehinde Bamigbetan and now Habeeb
Anibaba for House of Reps for Oshodi /constituency 2 and for re election of
Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos state both on social and other media, many had not seen Nelly Okafor and her group publicly.
She had taken boldly the opportunity created by Oba of
Ejigbos celebration to unleash her group Dynamic Ladies.
The women numbering about 15 casually stormed the Igbo day even without their uniform and took
up a section of the Obas palace to register their presence.
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| Dynamic Ldies |
BETWEEN HON.
BAMIGBETAN AND HON. OBE
Ejigbo Local Council Chairman Hon Monsuru Obe was at the
Youths Centre to celebrate with Oba of Ejigbo on his 20 years anniversary on
the throne.
He had sat together with Lagos Information Commissioner; Hon
Kehinde Bamigbetan who is also former Council chairman of Ejigbo surrounded by
the various councilors and Supervisors as well as LCDA officials and APC
stakeholders.
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| Hon Kehinde Bamigbetan and Hon Ajatta |
HON ABDUL HAKEEM ABDUL-LATEEF UBIQUITOUS PRESENCE
Despite that not many people saw Lagos state Commissioner for
Home Affairs Hon Abdul Hakeem Abdul Lateef at the Oba Ejigbo event, his
presence was really felt.
Aside from buying up a full page space in the programme
brochure to congratulate His Royal Majesty, he also is said to have given
wholesome moral and other forms of support for the programme no wonder, Oba Moroof
did not spare words in his gratitude to him wherever there was opportunity to
do so..
