PRESS RELEASE
DEJI OF AKURE TO PROCEED ON ANNUAL TRADITIONAL (ULEFUNTA) LEAVE
The Deji and Paramount Ruler of Akure Land, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II, CFR will on Monday 15th September, 2025 proceed on his annual Traditional Ulefunta leave.
2. The annual leave is expected to last for a period of seven days beginning from Monday 15th September, 2025 till Sunday 21st September, 2020.
3. It is important to notify the public and residents that beating of drum in under any guise within Akure Metropolis is PROHIBITED throughout the seven days.
4. Additionally, the road leading to the Deji’s Palace will be closed to commuters during the Ulefunta Period. All road users along this area are therefore enjoined to make use of the adjoining routes.
5. All markets, shops and stalls around the Deji’s Palace will remain closed for the Ulefunta Period.
6. Residents are advised to comply with this directive as they go about their lawful duties without any fear throughout the period of the seclusion which the Deji will use to pray and seek the good and peace of the Land.
7. Akure a gbe a ooo.
Signed.
Adeyeye Michael
Chief Press Secretary to the Deji of Akure Land.
14th September, 2025