The Alago-Oja of Ago-Oja land, HRM Alayeluwa, Oba Abdulganiyu Ajiboye Busari Arogundade II, Omo Atelumotu, has commended his subjects, sons and daughters, for their commitment to successfully organising the maiden edition of Ago-Oja Day, describing the initiative as a landmark cultural project poised to preserve the town’s heritage and strengthen unity.
The monarch gave the commendation during a conference meeting held at the Alago-Oja Palace Hall, Ago-Oja, Oyo, on Sunday, November 1, 2026, where stakeholders gathered to deliberate on preparations for the historic celebration.
Addressing participants, the traditional ruler expressed optimism that the maiden edition of Ago-Oja Day would become a lasting cultural tradition in Yoruba land, adding that the event would serve as a platform to promote the history, identity, and development of the Ago-Oja community.
He noted that the celebration would give people of Ago-Oja, both at home and in the diaspora, an opportunity to reconnect with their roots, foster unity, and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of their ancestral town.
The monarch particularly acknowledged Ago-Oja indigenes residing in London, Manchester, Germany, and other European countries, expressing hope that their participation and support would further strengthen the community’s collective commitment to preserving its cultural heritage.
He assured the people that the maiden celebration would be historic and transformative, not only for Ago-Oja land but also for Oyo State, emphasising that the event would create lasting opportunities for cultural promotion, community development and intergenerational engagement.
On traditional leadership and chieftaincy matters, the Alago-Oja reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the laws and customs governing the community. He stated that, as a traditional ruler, he was entitled to host Ago-Oja Day and confer chieftaincy titles on deserving individuals in accordance with established traditions and applicable laws.
The meeting featured extensive deliberations on key aspects of the event, including the work of the planning committee and subcommittees, venue arrangements, ground-floor exhibition samples, vendors, institutional partnerships, and other logistical considerations aimed at ensuring a memorable celebration.
Speaking at the meeting, the Chairman of Ago-Oja Day, Baba Sobaladele, reaffirmed the significance of the initiative, describing it as an opportunity to document and share the rich history of Ago-Oja town.
He pledged that the celebration would tell the story of the community and announced plans to produce a concise compendium documenting Ago-Oja’s history for the benefit of present and future generations.
The maiden Ago-Oja Day is expected to bring together traditional leaders, community stakeholders, indigenes at home and abroad, and other well-wishers in a celebration of the town’s heritage, unity, and aspirations for development.
