07/08/2025
Press Release: Tribute and Farewell Ceremony for Late HRM Oba John Olakunle Ojo JP (Afiditi II)
Ikolaje-Idiroko Kingdom to Honor Revered Monarch.
The Ikolaje-Idiroko Kingdom has announced a four-day Tribute and Farewell Ceremony to honor the life and legacy of the late His Royal Majesty, Oba John Olakunle Ojo JP (Afiditi II), the Oniko of Ikolaje-Idiroko Land. The event, held in collaboration with community leaders and traditional institutions, will take place from November 12 to 15, 2025.
The ceremony, themed "Honouring the Ancient Crown: Its Sacred Place in Yoruba Culture and Heritage", will celebrate a monarch whose decades-long reign left a profound mark on the cultural, social, and economic landscape of the Nigeria–Benin border region.
Oba John Olakunle Ojo JP was widely respected for his wisdom, humility, and diplomatic leadership, serving as a symbol of peace and unity.
Dignitaries from across Nigeria and neighboring countries, including traditional rulers, government officials, religious leaders, and cultural ambassadors, are expected to attend.
The program will feature:
* Traditional rites and royal tributes
* Cultural performances
* A documentary showcasing the monarch’s life
* Memorial lectures
* Special prayer sessions
* Presentation of Legacy Awards.
The organizing committee extends an invitation to all members of the Ikolaje-Idiroko Kingdom, friends, and well-wishers to join in this celebration.
For more information, partnerships, or press inquiries, please contact the organizing committee at the following numbers:
* +234-803-719-7458
* +234-807-621-9557
* +234-902-265-5656
* +234-802-431-4414
* +234-803-827-5191.
"Afiditi II lives on in our hearts — his crown may rest, but his legacy stands tall.”
Mr. Olusola Ibirinde
Chairman, Publicity Committee.
Date: August 7, 2025
