The people of Apomu in Nigeria and in Diaspora came together to celebrate Apomu Day on February 10, 2024.
It is an eagerly anticipated event that showcases the rich cultural heritage and investment opportunities in the town.
The event was organised by the Apomu Descendants Union in Nigeria and Diaspora.
Apomu Kingdom is located in Osun State
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In his welcome address at the occasion, Bashorun Abass Soliu, President of ADU, said the ancient Kingdom is investment friendly and very receptive to investors and tourists.
Soliu said: “The kingdom boasts of the oldest ancient market in Yorubaland, which we want to develop to international standard,” adding that one of the purposes of this year’s Apomu Day is to raise N250 million for the completion of an ultra-modern palace.
In his speech, Oba Kayode Adenekan Afolabi, the Alapomu of Apomu, thanked Apomu indigenes for their unprecedented support since he became the king four years ago as the 14th Alapomu of Apomu.
Oba Afolabi said their tremendous support has been the driving force in his achievements so far.
He said: “I appreciate you all and l do not take your support for granted.”
Senator Olalere Oyewumi, Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, representing Osun West Senatorial District, also spoke at the event.
Oyewumi commended Oba Afolabi as a paramount ruler who champions the preservation and promotion of Yoruba culture and heritage.
He noted the significant contribution the monarch has made to the progress and development of Apomu.
Similarly, Hon. Lanre Ladebo, the first person from Apomu to be in the National Assembly since 1960, commended Oba Afolabi for his efforts in promoting cohesion, peace and progress in the community.
Oladebo, who is a Member of the House of Representatives representing Ayedaade/ Irewole/Isokan Federal Constituency, said the celebration of Apomu Day is a unifying force that strengthens the cultural history, unity and development of Apomu.
The event, which took place in ADC Grammar school, Oke Ola, Apomu, saw attendees that included thewere Osun State Commissioner for Energy, who represented the Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke; Oba Mufutau Gbadamosi, Olofa of Offa; Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, Oluwo of Iwo; Oba Adedokun Omoniyi Abolarin, Orangun of Oke Ila; Oba Olubayo Adesola Windapo; Alara of Ara Kingdom; Oba Akeem Ogungbangbe, Owaloko of Iloko-Ijesha; Olubosin of Ifetedo, Oba Akinola Akinrera; former Majority Leader, Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Maroof Olanrewaju; and Azeez Mao, Chairman, Isokan Local Government Area.