Ogun 2027: Oke-Ona Traditional Institution Throws Weight Behind PDP

The Osile of Oke-Ona Egba, Oba Adedapo Tejuoso, has conferred traditional titles on the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu, his wife, Adenike, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, and other party chieftains.

The ceremony held on Thursday at the monarch’s palace in Sapon, Abeokuta, saw Adebutu conferred with the title of Lisa Aje of Oke-Ona Egba, ValidViewNetwork reports.

THE INSTALLATIONS

Adebutu’s wife, Yeye Adenike Omolola Adebutu, received the title of Yeye Lisa Aje of Oke-Ona Egba .Other PDP leaders honoured included Iyabo Obasanjo, who became Okanlomo Obinrin of Oke-Ona Egba; the state party chairman, Dr Abayomi Tella, installed as Fiwagbola of Oke-Ona Egba; and Alhaja Lateefat Sowunmi-Kolapo, who received the title of Olu Nla Obinrin of Oke-Ona Egba .

Also installed were Arch. Dele Olaleye as Sesogbayi of Oke-Ona Egba; Ambassador Folake Marcus-Bello as Oluomo Obinrin of Oke-Ona Egba; and Chief Abiodun Ogunremi as Otun Olu-Nla of Oke-Ona Egba.

THE MONARCH’S SPEECH

Speaking at the event, Oba Tejuoso said the titles were reserved for individuals whose character, credibility and contributions had earned the confidence of the traditional institution.

He described Adebutu as a trustworthy person whose character and antecedents had been observed over time.

“Ladi Adebutu is a tested man. He is somebody whose character and antecedents we have observed over time. We consider him a trustworthy person, someone we believe can be relied upon. That is why we have found him deserving of this honour,” the monarch said .

He urged Adebutu and his wife to use their recognition to contribute to the development of Oke-Ona Egba and Ogun State .

ADEBUTU’S RESPONSE

In his response, Adebutu thanked the monarch and the Oke-Ona Egba traditional institution, describing the honour as a responsibility and a call to greater service.

“I do not see this honour as just a traditional recognition or something to celebrate and forget. I see it as a responsibility and a call to greater service. It is a reminder that the people expect more from those who have been entrusted with positions of honour,” he said.

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He pledged to contribute to the development of Egbaland and Ogun State, adding that residents deserved better opportunities and an environment where they could prosper.

WHY IT MATTERS

The installation is a significant traditional endorsement for the Ogun PDP ahead of the 2027 election.

In Yorubaland, chieftaincy titles are not merely ceremonial. They confer legitimacy, recognition, and a connection to the community.

By honouring Adebutu and his running mate’s wife, the Oke-Ona Egba traditional institution is signalling its support for the PDP’s ticket.

For Adebutu, the honour is a boost as he seeks to unseat the ruling APC in Ogun State. For the PDP, it is a sign that the traditional institution is aligning with the opposition.

The titles have been conferred. The campaign continues. ValidViewNetwork reports.