In a remarkable ceremony marking the 34th edition of Odigbo Day, His Royal Majesty, The Orunja of Odigbo Kingdom, Oba (Dr.) Rufus Olugboyega Akinrinmade, conferred a Merit Award of Excellence on Hon. Festus Ayodele Adefiranye, MHR representing Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo & Odigbo Federal Constituency. The event was a vibrant celebration of culture and human socio-development.
Speaking before presenting the award, The Orunja emphasized that this honor celebrates the longstanding unity between Odigbo and Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo local governments, as well as Hon. Festus Adefiranye’s notable achievements and performance. He highlighted the enduring relationship, Ifesowapo, between the two communities and praised Hon. Festus for his excellent work and close friendship with Odigbo. The Orunja affirmed his full support for the award, noting Hon. Festus’s exceptional contributions as Chairman of the House Committee on Christian Pilgrimage.
Hon. Festus Adefiranye, while accepting the award, expressed his gratitude to the Orunja, describing him as “a fair father who is fair to all.” He dedicated the award to all Okeigbos and pledged continued support and unity for the community. Hon. Festus highlighted his efforts since joining the National Assembly, including his successful motion for the dualization and renovation of the Akure-Ondo-Ore road, which has now been approved by the Federal Executive Council, with work set to begin soon. Thanks to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for graciously approving the Akure-Ondo-Ore road.
He also promised to facilitate a National award for The Orunja and to bring more developmental projects to the federal constituency.
The Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Tomogun Olubunmi, then introduced the new Odigbo anthem, which was enthusiastically launched by Hon. Festus Adefiranye with a generous donation of ₦200,000. Additionally, he contributed significantly to the ₦700,000,000 fundraising effort.
Congratulations to Kabiyesi and the sons and daughters of Odigbo!
Signed
Adebayo Lawrence
SA Media and Publicity,
Hon. Festus Adefiranye
Peoplesmind
