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AARE ADETOLA EMMANUEL KING HISTORIC VISIT TO THE HOUSE OF ODUDUWA

            

“Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King is one of those people that recognizes the purpose, values and dignity of the land, as the land respond to human needs by yielding blessings, sustenance, and lasting prosperity for humankind“ - Arole Oduduwa, Olofin Adimula, the Oonirisa, HIM Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II.

The House of Oduduwa on Tuesday, 6th of January 2026, hosted a landmark meeting between His Imperial Majesty, Kabiyesi Arole Oduduwa, Olofin Adimula, the Oonirisa, HIM Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II and the leadership of ADRON Group, led by its Founder/Chairman, Aare Adetola.Emmanuel-King (The Akile O’odua Designate)

The visit of Aare Adetola Emmanuel King to the House of Oduduwa marked a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between traditional institutions and modern enterprises. The meeting, graciously hosted by His Imperial Majesty Oonirisa, HIM Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, featured notable discussions on various aspects of development and empowerment within the Southwest..

Kabiyesi Arole Oduduwa, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, was celebrated for his transformational leadership since ascending the revered throne of Oduduwa. The gathering featured the Founder and Chairman of ADRON, Aare Sir Adetola Emmanuel King, the Onisara of Isara Remo, Bashorun Peter Oluwole Ogunbayo, Otunba Michael Ayodele Olumoko, and other dignitaries.

Speaking on behalf of ADRON Group, Mrs. Adenike Abosede Ajobo, General Manager, alongside senior representatives of the company, formally introduced ADRON Group and its leadership to the House of Oduduwa.

She expressed profound appreciation to Kabiyesi for the enduring relationship between ADRON Group and the House of Oduduwa, highlighting how Kabiyesi has consistently spoken positively about the company and supported its vision. She emphasized the deep bond of mutual respect and love cultivated between Kabiyesi and Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King, describing it as a relationship rooted in shared values of development, trust, and service to humanity.

In his address, Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King respectfully appreciated Kabiyesi Oonirisa and acknowledged the presence of the Odemo of Ishara Remo and other traditional rulers.

The ADRON Boss explained that his visit was driven by a mission of gratitude, alignment, and partnership with the House of Oduduwa. He highlighted ADRON Group’s ongoing projects across Nigeria and underscored the company’s contributions to national development, particularly through housing, real estate, job creation, and economic stimulation.

Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King acknowledged the immense developmental impacts of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s contributions to Nigeria’s economy. Also, he expressed his commitment to “riding on the wings of Kabiyesi Oonirisa” for the success of various national and community-focused projects implemented by ADRON.

As a mark of honour and appreciation, Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King presented gifts to Kabiyesi Oonirisa and the Queens, symbolizing respect for tradition and royal institution.

In response, Kabiyesi Ojaja II joyfully rendered traditional chants; “Esé gaanì, ẹ kú ìtọ́jú Ọọni, amoore”, affirming cultural continuity and royal appreciation.

The Chairman of ADRON Group further promised establishment of a land mark, Magnificent and luxury estate project named “ORISUN WHITE PARADISE RESORT” covering a land area of over 200 acres to be situated in Ile-Ife.

Kabiyesi in his usual accommodating attitude responded warmly with traditional greetings: “Káàbọ̀ sílé o, Odemo Ishara, káàbọ̀ sílé o,” expressing deep joy at finally meeting the Onisara of Isara Remo, Bashorun Peter Oluwole Ogunbayo, a meeting he noted he had long anticipated. He offered prayers for the Onisara, thanked the ADRON Chairman for standing firmly with the throne of Oduduwa, and prayed for Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King, invoking divine protection, stability, success, and greater breakthroughs.

Kabiyesi Arole Oduduwa, Olofin Adimula, the Oonirisa, HIM Adeyeye Enitan Babatunde Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II further offered prayers for all present, including traditional rulers, ADRON executives, and the entire House of Oduduwa.

In a significant gesture of appreciation and symbolic expression of heritage and unity, Kabiyesi Oonirisa presented a creatively conceptualized traditional artwork to the Founder of ADRON Group Aare Adetola Emmanuel-King, representing history, culture, and enduring partnership.

Oonirisa expressed gratitude to everyone present and pronounced royal blessings upon all attendees, marking the visit as a historic milestone in the evolving partnership between traditional authority and private sector development in Nigeria.


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