Meet the new Olu of Ilaro

Prince Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle

In accordance with Part II of the Chief's Law, Laws of Ogun State of Nigeria, 2006, the government of Ogun State announced Prince Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle as the new Olu of Ilaro.

The appointment is in succession to Oba S.A. Adekanmbi, who joined his ancestors on February 20, 2008.

The announcement was made at a press conference addressed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftancy Affairs, Hon Muyiwa Ladipo, shortly after the meeting of the state Executive Council, presided over by Governor Ibikunle Amosun.

Hon Oladipo said  the Secretary of Yewa South Local Government set the machinery in motion for the filling of the vacant stool on January 11, 2012 through the issuance of a public notice to Asaye-Agunloye Ruling House.

While responding to questions, Hon Oladipo said the appointment followed the due process of the law.