Ademola Bello, Ekiti
The final rites to the throne of Oluyin of Iyin-Ekiti in Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of Ekiti State begins on Saturday with the 21 days mandatory seclusion for the new monarch.
Periscope Nigeria gathered that Oba Adeniyi Ajakaye on Friday at his palace in Iyin-Ekiti said that the 21 days seclusion was compulsory for any monarch ascending the throne of the ancient town.
It can be recalled Governor Kayode Fayemi had presented the Instrument of Appointment and Staff of Office to Oba Ajakaiye on Sept. 18.
The 21 days seclusion would be rounded up with the final “Iwuye” (Coronation), during which the new monarch would be ushered into Oluyin’s palace.
Oba Ajakaiye called on those who ran the race with him to sheathe their swords and join hands to move the community forward in the path of peace, progress and prosperity.
In his words he said since there can be no development without peace, my priority and watchword will be peace and unity.
He also added that he shall revive and raise the profile of our traditional festivals in order to make Iyin-Ekiti a preferred tourists destination. Apart from our festivals, we also have some tourist attractions.
