Tuesday, 1 December 2015

Buhari, Saraki to attend Ooni’s installation

President Mohammadu Buhari; Vice President Yemi Osinbajo  and the Senate President, Senator Bukola Saraki, are billed to lead other dignitaries to the installation of new Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, slated for next Monday.
Briefing newsmen in Ile Ife, on Monday, Comrade Biyi Odunlade, the chairman, media sub committee of the installation planning committee, said President Buhari and other dignitaries that will include the representative of Queen Elizabeth, are expected to attend the installation of Oba Ogunwusi, adding that many head of missions in Nigeria have also signified  their intention to be part of the event.
Speaking on his programmes for the town, Oba Ogunwusi, also promised to work towards fostering unity among  Yoruba race.
Oba Ogunwusi, whose speech was read by his elder brother, Prince Adegboyega Ogunwusi, revealed that he intended to empower youths in the town through sports and vocational training.
According to him, efforts are already on to improve amenities like power and water supply in Ile Ife and promised to build on existing peace in the town and its adjoining communities.
The traditional ruler said he would be relocating his furniture factory, EH Furniture to Ife and ensure indigenes of the town are given profitable jobs in the establishment.

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