Olusola Idris Osolo (Otenibotemole II) (born August 27, 1988) is the 41st Oba of Ado and Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo. He ascended to the throne on 9 February 2024, succeeding Abdul-Lateef Adeniran Akanni Ojikutujoye I who was the 40th Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo.[1]
| Otenibotemole II | |||||
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| Olofin Adimula Oodua | |||||
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| Oba of Ado & Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo | |||||
| Reign | 9 February 2024 – present | ||||
| Coronation | 30 March 2024 | ||||
| Predecessor | Abdul-Lateef Adeniran Akanni Ojikutujoye I | ||||
| Born | Olusola Idris Adebowale 27 August 1988 Ado-Odo, Western State, Nigeria (now in Ogun State, Nigeria) | ||||
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| Issue | 3 | ||||
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| House | Okewaye Ruling House | ||||
Ancestry
editỌba Otenibotemole II was born in to the Osolo family of the Okewaye Ruling House, one of the four ruling house in Ado-Odo. His father, Musiliu Olatunji Lamidi, served as an Assistant Commissioner of Police until his death in April 1998 and was descended from Oba Asade Awope Otenibotemole (1884–1913).[2] His mother, Alhaja Azeezat Omolola Lamidi (Nee Agbogunlori) holds the positions of Otun Iyaloja and Otun Iya Adinni of Ado-Odo.[citation needed]
Selection and coronation
editIn a bid to determine the rightful heir to the position of Olofin Adimula Oodua, Olofin Olusola Osolo was nominated among other 14 indigenes from the Okewaye ruling house of Ado-Odo who were also heirs to the throne. The Ogun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, in conjunction with the Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, orchestrated an election on Friday, February 9, 2024 The election was conducted in accordance with legal provisions, aimed at ensuring a fair and transparent process.[3][4] He gained the majority of votes cast. He received his oath of office on March 30, 2024.[5]
Personal life
editHe is married to Olori Taheebat Omotolani Osolo, and they have three children.[citation needed] He is recognized as a sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for youth development. He participated at the Ileya football novelty match, tagged "Ado Odo Legends," organized by the youths of Ado Odo in 2023 at the football pitch.[6]
References
edit- ^ "Excitement as Gov Abiodun presents staff of office to young monarch of ancient town". pulse.ng. 30 March 2024. Retrieved 2024-03-30.
- ^ "35-yr-old prince ascends his ancestor's throne 111 years after his progenitor's death". pulse.ng. 28 February 2024. Retrieved 2024-02-28.
- ^ "Lamidi-Osolo Elected as Olofin Adimula Odua of Ado Odo Kingdom". independent.ng. 10 February 2024. Retrieved 2024-02-10.
- ^ "President Tinubu Congratulates Oba Olusola Lamidi–Osolo on Ascension to the Throne of Olofin of Ado–Odo". statehouse.gov.ng. Retrieved 2024-03-31.
- ^ "Abiodun presents staff of office to 35-year-old monarch". punchng.com. 30 March 2024. Retrieved 2024-03-31.
- ^ "Prince Idris Olusola Lamidi-Osolo Emerges As Elect Olofin Adimula Odua of Ado Odo Kingdom". octagonagentsofdevelopmentdirectory.com.ng. Retrieved 2024-02-10.