Oba Ogunye’s 10th Coronation Anniversary Promises To Be Memorable, Says Rowaiye

As His Royal Highness, Oba Aderemi Adewale Ogunye (JP), the Abijaparako of Japara, Ijebu Igbo commemorates ten years on the throne of his forefathers, chairman of the anniversary committee, Otunba Dr. Babatunde Rowaiye, JP has pledged a memorable and rich event.

Row Radio reports that, Rowaiye, who is also the Maiyegun of Ijebu-Igbo said the central working committee constituted by the Kabiyesi Ogunye would leave no stone unturned in ensuring that the task and mandate given them is well executed.

In a statement made available to Row Radio by the Abijaparako in council, members of the committee include Mr Dotun Fasanya, Hon. Mrs Durojaiye Ajibade Musari, Otunba (Aare) Yinka Olanrewaju, Chief Temitayo Rowaiye, Otun Jagunmolu Babatunde Ganiyu and Otunba Jide Fowode.

The statement further informs that details of the coronation anniversary, scheduled to hold from Friday 15th to Sunday 17th May, 2026 would be communicated soon.

According to Otunba Odo Sigboro Japara, Dr Rowaiye, the anniversary would promote and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Japara, and Ijebu Igbo in general, showcase developmental milestones recorded so far and strengthen bonds among indigenes at home and in the diaspora.

Eid-el-Fitr: FG declares Thursday, Friday public holidays

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, public holidays in celebration of Eid-el-Fitr.

Row Radio Online reports that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on Tuesday on behalf of the Federal Government.

Meanwhile, the Permanent Secretary, ministry of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, said the minister extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the fasting period.

Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance and sacrifice, which were emphasised during the holy month of Ramadan.

Eid-el-Fitr signifies the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.