A few weeks ago, the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin conferred on Bisoye Fagade, the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Hospital
A few weeks ago, the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin conferred on Bisoye Fagade, the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Hospitality and Tourism, NIHOTOUR, with the chieftaincy title of Aare Asojuoba of Ibadanland, while his wife was named Yeye Aare Asojuoba of Ibadanland.
Oba Olakulehin said Fagade was worthy of the title because he has the interest of Ibadanland at heart and so, he alongside his advisory council considered it necessary to recognize him and his wife and appreciate them accordingly.
“The conferment of Honorary Chieftaincy Titles on you is in recognition of your assistance to the progress of Ibadanland which I believe will spur you to do more. Use your present position as traditional title holders to foster unity, peace and progress in Ibadanland as the accredited representatives of Olubadan of Ibadanland,” the Olubadan said.
Dignitaries from all walks of life turned out to honour Fagade in a grand reception party which took place at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan. Prominent traditional rulers, including Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, the Olugbon of Orile Igbo, Oba Francis Olusola Alao, and the Alara of Ara, Oba Sunday Fatoba etc. were present to grace the occasion.
Also at the occasion were the minister Arts Culture and Tourism, Hannatu Musa Musawa; Director General Nigerian Sports Commission Wale Olopade; Minister for Power, Bayo Adelabu; Mide Oladimeji aka Dele Omo Woli, Bright Okpocha aka Basketmouth, Kunle Afolayan, Sola Sobowale etc. The event also featured performances by leading entertainers such as gospel artist Tope Alabi, Tolu Obe, Seun Bankole.
Fagade is the holder of several traditional titles, one of which is the Aare Asojuoba of Ara kingdom.
