The former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and Minister of Finance, Olu Falae, has received the staff of office as the first crowned monarch of Ilu-Abo in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State.
Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, while presenting the instrument of appointment to Falae as the Oluabo of Ilu-Abo, said the upgrade of the chieftaincy stool of the community was based on the report and recommendation of the Justice Ajama Commission set up by the immediate past administration in the state.
Akeredolu, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Chief Gbenga Ale, appealed to traditional rulers across the state not to allow the upgrade cause anarchy, warning against crisis in communities within the state.
The Governor described the new monarch as hardworking elder statesman who is committed to the development of his community, stressing that the monarch is one of the few highly reputable and respected personalities, not only within Ondo State but also in Nigeria and beyond.
He noted that the presentation of the staff office is a long awaited victory and a big breakthrough for the entire people of Ilu-Abo and Ondo State as a whole.
Falae, in his acceptance speech, expressed readiness to join hands with his subjects to bring unprecedented development to the community.