Makinde to install new monarch

The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is to give the staff of office to the new Eleruwa of Eruwa, Prince Adebayo Adegbola, on June 28, 2025.

A statement by the State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said the coronation ceremony has been confirmed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Ademola Ojo. 

Oyelade said the appointment of Prince Adebayo Adegbola as the Eleruwa of Eruwa is a reaffirmation and dedication to preserving Eruwa’s cultural heritage and also to foster unity among its people.

He said, “Beyond its ceremonial significance, the coronation symbolizes the collective commitment of the community to honoring its historical roots and traditions.”

The Commissioner enjoined everyone, including residents and stakeholders to actively participate in the ceremony, emphasizing that the event will further strengthen communal ties, leading Eruwa into a future of growth and prosperity.