From Joseph Amedu, Lokoja
The Coronation ceremony of the Upgraded Stool and Appointment of HRH Idris Aboju Isiaka as the OVANEBIRA OF EGANYI has recorded a huge success.
The coronation ceremony held at the palace of Ovenebira of Eganyi, was attended by many dignitaries from across Ajaokuta Local Government Area, Kogi State, and Nigeria at large.
Speaking at the occasion, Hon. (Prince) Abdulkareem Suleiman Onyekehi, said the Ovanebira of Eganyi Stool of Ezi Ova, Ezi Onoko Clan of Eganyi was one of the first Traditional Stools as old as eganyi district since early 17th Century coming along side with the great Traditional Stool, the Adogu of Eganyi.
The majestic ocassion was graced by His Excellency, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, Executive Governor of Kogi State ably represented by Engr (Dr) Abubakar Ohere, the Honourable Commissioner for Works and Housing.
The Governor was honoured with an Award of Excellence as Eyi-Uzomi (The Glaring Star) of Onoko Clan of Ebiraland.
The heavily attended event was also graced by Ohinoyi of Ebiraland Alh (Dr) Ado Ibrahim, represented by Alh. Daudu Aliyu Yusuf, Sarkin Father.
Other special guests include: the Hon. Commissioner for Health, Dr Saka Audu Haruna; Chairman of Ajaokuta LGA, Hon. Aka’aba Mustapha; the Permanent Secretary, Mr Abdulraheem Sani Egidi; Ex-Chairman of Ajaokuta LGA, Hon Aloysious Okino; and other ex-Chairmen and Commissioners were also present.
The Adogu of Eganyi HRH Alh. Mohammed Adambe and all other nineteen various Traditional Rulers among other eminent personalities, sons and daughters of Ajaokuta LGA and across the State expressed joy for the success of event.