The kingmakers in Igbekebo, Ese Odo Local Government of Ondo State, have elected Prince Dele Dabo as the new Odogun of Igbekebo.
The stool became vacant since 2016 following the demise of Oba Emmanuel Omotumilara Eginkunyomi who ruled the kingdom for 23 years.
The election, which took place at the Igbekebo Civic Centre, Igbekebo was keenly contested with five other princes from the Maga Okotun ruling house and other ruling houses in Igbekebo before Dabo of the Maga ruling house, was picked in a voting process.
After his election, Dabo was taken to the palace of the Kalasuwe of Apoi land, Oba Prof Sunday Ademiluga Amuseghan, for traditional rites and blessing.
Oba Amuseghan prayed for the new monarch elect to live long and that his reign will bring about speed and rapid development not only to Igbekebo but the entire Apoi land.
Also, the chairman of the kingmakers, Chief Alex Mehin, congratulated him on his election and appealed to him to work with other contestants and seek their advice when necessary, in the overall interest of the community.
In his good will message, High Chief Folarin Dabo, the Obateru of Apoi land, congratulated him and prayed that God will direct his path as he desires to take Igbekebo to greater heights.
He said: \”As a young man, I wish him well. He should be focused and endeavor to harmonise with with other co contestants to bring the required development to the community. He should not also forget to seek advice from elders when necessary in order to avoid undue mistakes.\”
In his speech, the new monarch elect thanked the entire people of Igbekebo for their massive support during the selection process.
He equally extended his appreciation to the State Government through the Igbekebo Local Government for their support.
He extend his hands of fellowship to his co- contestants so as to develop the ancient community together.
He promised to build on the legacy of his forefathers by transforming the cultural heritage, infrastructure and social development of the community.
