History is being repeated as Senator Ademola Jackson Nurudeen Adeleke becomes the Asiwaju of Edeland.
It is a rehearse of history because this is the second time,the prestigious title is being held by the Adeleke dynasty.
Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, eldest child in the family and the first Executive Governor of Osun state was the Asiwaju of Edeland while alive.
It is therefore instructive that the incumbent Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal Laminisa1 has considered Governor Ademola Adeleke fit, to wear the Cap his late brother wore.
The installation of Governor Ademola Adeleke as Asiwaju of his kinsmen is beyond a happenstance or the usual run of the mill but a decision taken out of painstaking fact check on his suitability for the position.
Governor Ademola Adeleke has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the progress of his people.
Inspite of his elite background and the blessings that God has showered on him,he,like his siblings are humble and are committed humanists.
The Adeleke dynasty has registered itself in the minds of many people in philanthropy, empowerment, education and Political leadership.
These exemplary role modelling examples have been set,using the family’s resources and connections.
The results have been positive for individuals,groups, corporate organisations, Governments and those who have crossed the paths of the Adeleke dynasty anywhere in the world.
That the family has dictated the pace of grassroot development and politics in their home state is not strange to friends, associates and the generality of the people.
The Installation of Governor Ademola Adeleke as Asiwaju is an added feather to his cap and a charge to sustain the enviable records set by his late brother.
There’s no doubt that the new Asiwaju of Edeland knows the enormous demands of his position,more due to his status as the Governor of Osun state.
He has double caps on his head and both require wit, decisiveness,swift response to issues and solutions to problems.
This means,as he renders leadership to his community,he shoulders bigger responsibilities of governing the most urbanized state in Nigeria.
However, the spate of progress that has attended governance in Osun state from November 2022 till date is eloquent as testimony that Governor Ademola Adeleke has the capacity to deliver on both positions of authority,trust and responsibilities.
Every indication points to a prosperous future not only for Ede,but Osun state as a whole.
I say Bravo to Omo Balogun and wish him and his family more years of fruitful service to Osun,the state of the living spring.
Chief Olanrewaju Sarafa Odelade,
Asipa of Ikoyi kingdom &
Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Water and Enviromental Sanitation Agency RUWESA..
