PRESS STATEMENT
DEJI APPROVES THE APPOINTMENT OF OLANIYI MICHAEL EREOLA AJONGBO AS THE NEW SAO OF AKURE KINGDOM
The Deji and Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II, CFR has approved the appointment of Mr. Olaniyi Michael Ereola Ajongbo as the new High Chief Sao of Akure Kingdom.
The new Sao hails from the Apatapiti Ofobutu lineage in Uro Quarters, Akure.
The Sao Chieftaincy who is the Head of the Ikomo group of Chiefs became vacant following the demise of High Chief M.A Adebayo, the immediate past Sao of Akure Kingdom.
Oba Aladetoyinbo urged the new Sao to contribute immensely to the growth and development of Akure Kingdom and the Uro community in particular. He also urge the good sons and daughters of Uro quarter to rally round the new Sao and give him all the necessary support.
The date for the official installation shall be communicated soon.
The palace wish to congratulate the entire Ikomo group of Chiefs and wish the new Sao of Akure Kingdom a good success.
Signed
Adeyeye Michael
Chief Press Secretary to the Deji of Akure Kingdom
May 21, 2025