Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, presented the staff of office to Oba Sefiu Oyebola, Adeyeri III as the 30th Aseyin of Iseyin of Iseyin.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the staff of office was presented to the 54-year-old traditional ruler during his official coronation, held at Iseyin District Grammar School.
NAN also reports that the ceremony was held in the presence of many sons and daughters of the ancient town and other dignitaries from all walks of life.
In his remarks, the governor implored Oba Oyebola to carry along Iseyin elders and chiefs in the administration of the town.
Makinde said that his administration had held fruitful discussions with some investors on the completion of a power plant project at Ikere Gorge Dam, situated on Iseyin land.
He also said that his government would rehabilitate the access road to the dam, as requested by the investors.
Makinde further stated that traditional rulers and community leaders would no longer be in charge of mineral resources in their respective communities.
The governor said he had applied Executive Order 4 to direct all issues pertaining to issuance of operating licences to miners back to the state government.
According to him, only the state government will henceforth has the right to issue operating licences to all miners in the state.
In his remarks, the new Aseyin promised to serve the interest of the people of the town and remain committed to its growth and development.
NAN reports that notable traditional rulers across the state and some government officials witnessed the occasion.
The dignitaries included: representatives of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun.
NAN reports that the installation of Oba Oyebola followed the passing away of his predecessor, Oba Salawudeen Adekunle, on July 24, 2022 at the age of 62. (NAN). READ ALSO:
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