Monday, June 8, 2015

Akure gets a new Deji


The Kingmakers of the  ancient Kingdom of Akure, Ondo State, have elected a new Deji of Akure.

 Although his appiontment is yet to be confirmed by the state goverment,  the newly elected Deji of Akure is now Kole Aladetoyinbo.



 Prince Kole Aladetoyinbo contested the stool with 12 other princes.The Deji’s stool became vacant following the death of Oba Adebiyi Adesida on December 1, 2013.
Since then, the late king’s daughter, Princess Adetutu Adesida Ajei has been acting as the regent of the town.