Olusola Idris Osolo Explained

Otenibotemole II
Olofin Adimula Oodua
Succession:Oba of Ado & Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo
Reign:9 February 2024present
Reign-Type:Reign
Cor-Type:Coronation
Coronation:30 March 2024
Predecessor:Abdul-Lateef Adeniran Akanni Ojikutujoye I
Pre-Type:Predecessor
Birth Name:Olusola Idris Adebowale
Birth Date:1988 8, df=yes
Birth Place:Ado-Odo, Western State, Nigeria (now in Ogun State, Nigeria)
Spouse:
  • Taheebat Omotolani Osolo
Issue:3
Full Name:Olusola Idris Adebowale Lamidi Osolo
House:Okewaye Ruling House

Olusola Idris Osolo (Otenibotemole II) (born August 27, 1988) is the 41st Oba of Ado and Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo. He ascended to the throne on 9 February 2024, succeeding Abdul-Lateef Adeniran Akanni Ojikutujoye I who was the 40th Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo.[1]

Ancestry

Ọba Otenibotemole II was born in to the Osolo family of the Okewaye Ruling House, one of the four ruling house in Ado-Odo. His father, Musiliu Olatunji Lamidi, served as an Assistant Commissioner of Police until his death in April 1998 and was descended from Oba Asade Awope Otenibotemole (1884–1913).[2] His mother, Alhaja Azeezat Omolola Lamidi (Nee Agbogunlori) holds the positions of Otun Iyaloja and Otun Iya Adinni of Ado-Odo.

Selection and coronation

In a bid to determine the rightful heir to the position of Olofin Adimula Oodua, Olofin Olusola Osolo was nominated among other 14 indigenes from the Okewaye ruling house of Ado-Odo who were also heirs to the throne. The Ogun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, in conjunction with the Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, orchestrated an election on Friday, February 9, 2024 The election was conducted in accordance with legal provisions, aimed at ensuring a fair and transparent process.[3] [4] He gained the majority of votes cast. He received his oath of office on March 30, 2024.[5]

Personal life

He is married to Olori Taheebat Omotolani Osolo, and they have three children.He is recognized as a sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for youth development. He participated at the Ileya football novelty match, tagged "Ado Odo Legends," organized by the youths of Ado Odo in 2023 at the football pitch.[6]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Excitement as Gov Abiodun presents staff of office to young monarch of ancient town . 2024-03-30 . pulse.ng . 30 March 2024 . en.
  2. Web site: 35-yr-old prince ascends his ancestor's throne 111 years after his progenitor's death . 2024-02-28 . pulse.ng . 28 February 2024 . en.
  3. Web site: Lamidi-Osolo Elected as Olofin Adimula Odua of Ado Odo Kingdom . 2024-02-10 . independent.ng . 10 February 2024 . en.
  4. Web site: President Tinubu Congratulates Oba Olusola Lamidi–Osolo on Ascension to the Throne of Olofin of Ado–Odo . 2024-03-31 . statehouse.gov.ng . en.
  5. Web site: Abiodun presents staff of office to 35-year-old monarch . 2024-03-31 . punchng.com . 30 March 2024 . en.
  6. Web site: Prince Idris Olusola Lamidi-Osolo Emerges As Elect Olofin Adimula Odua of Ado Odo Kingdom. 2024-02-10 . octagonagentsofdevelopmentdirectory.com.ng . en.