Residents of Odo-Iragushi in the Eredo Local Council Development Area, Epe, Lagos State, have come together to appeal to the state government to approve Prince Adetomiwa Odutuga as the Oba-elect of Odo-Iragushi.
The community members, including youths, women, and leaders, organized a peaceful protest to express their strong support for Prince Odutuga and their opposition to any attempt to install a different candidate.
During the protest, the residents carried placards with various inscriptions, cautioning against external interference that could destabilize the peace of the town. Specifically, they warned Lady Doja Otedola, the wife of the late Michael Otedola and mother to billionaire Femi Otedola, against interfering in the selection of their new Oba.
The Iyalode of Odo-Iragushi, Chief Rasheedat Oladega, emphasized that the community had made their choice after consulting the Ifa oracle, affirming that Prince Adetomiwa Odutuga was their rightful monarch. Chief Oladega highlighted Prince Odutuga’s contributions to the community, including providing financial support and food packs to widows and the elderly, helping youths secure admission into higher institutions, and distributing 200 free JAMB forms for students.
The youth leader of Odo-Iragushi, Comrade Ahmed Odutayo, expressed confidence that Prince Odutuga’s reign would drive development in the town. He emphasized that the community was united behind Prince Odutuga and did not want conflict over the obaship.
Similarly, the Egbo of Odo-Iragushi, Chief Muftau Adebayo, affirmed that Prince Odutuga was a bona fide son of Odo-Iragushi, with his ancestors having significantly contributed to the community’s development. Chief Adebayo assured Prince Odutuga of the community’s full support.
The Odo-Iragushi throne has been vacant for the past ten years since the former Oba joined his ancestors. Prince Adetomiwa Odutuga is the grandson of the late Honourable Johnson Adenola Odutuga, a renowned politician who left a significant legacy in the region.
