10/05/2026
*OLOTA STRENGTHENS CULTURAL TIES AT 2026 ODUN OMO OLOWU CELEBRATION, HELD IN LONDON*
9th May 2026
As a demonstration of cultural integration, brotherhood, and peaceful coexistence, the Olota of the Ancient and Paramount Ottaland, Awori Kingdom, His Majesty, Oba (Prof.) Adeyemi Obalanlege, Ph.D, today joined His Royal Majesty, Oba (Prof.) Adelola Saaka Matemilola, the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Abeokuta, at the 2026 edition of Odun Omo Olowu held in London.
The colourful and well-attended cultural gathering took place at the Oasis Banqueting Hall, Barking (IG11 0HG), London, and attracted prominent sons and daughters of Owu Kingdom in the Diaspora, alongside friends and well-wishers who came together to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and enduring traditions of the Owu people.
Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, a distinguished son of Owu Kingdom popularly addressed as Ebora Owu, graced the occasion as the Special Guest of Honour.
The newly installed Yeye Moremi Oodua, Her Excellency, Olufunso Amosun, was equally in attendance representing the former Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, CON, a distinguished son of the Ancient Owu Kingdom.
Also present at the prestigious gathering were His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude, Tegbosun III, the Olowu of Owu Kuta, alongside other revered Monarchs of Owu origin, eminent personalities, and numerous well-wishers from different walks of life.
His Majesty, the Olota of Otta, who attended the event in company of our revered Olori, Her Highness, Olori Oloruntoyin Obalanlege, congratulated the Olowu of Owu and the entire sons and daughters of the ancient Owu Kingdom on the successful hosting of the 2026 Odun Omo Olowu in Diaspora.
Kabiyesi Olota reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to sustaining the cordial relationship between the Olota and the Olowu, noting that the enduring bond between both royal institutions would continue to promote peace, unity, and mutual development for the two ancient towns.
Also accompanying Kabiyesi at the event was the Asiwaju Bobaselu of the Ancient Ottaland, Awori Kingdom, Asiwaju Gbenga Olalekan Oso, whose presence further affirmed the collective commitment towards strengthening the historic ties between Otta and Owu Kingdoms.
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e-Signed:
Prince Adeyemi Sulaimon Olusesi
Principal Secretary to His Majesty, the Olota of the Ancient and Paramount Ottaland, Awori Kingdom
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