Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu has pesented staff of office to the 15th Oniru of Iruland, HRM Oba Abdul-Wasiu Omogbolahan Lawal.
At the presentation ceremony, the Governor urged all sons and daughters of Iruland to rally round the new king and join hands with him for the progress of Iruland, and Lagos in general.
He however commended the kingmakers and elders of iruland for the peaceful process that led to the selection and installation of the new monarch whom he described as an accomplished man with extensive public service record.
“I commend the kingmakers and elders of Iruland as well as the ruling houses for the peace and mutual understanding that have characterised the process that led to the installation of the new monarch. This is a remarkable feat, worthy of commendation and emulation.”
“As an accomplished man with an extensive public service record, I have no doubt that his reign will be a progressive one. The ascension of HRM, Oba Lawal to the throne, marks the start of the next phase of the journey of Iruland into growth, progress and greater development.”
Below are pictures from the ceremony.
