Golden Jubilee: Olu of Igbo-Ora Celebrates Oyo State at 50.

His Royal Majesty, Oba Jimoh Olajide Titiloye Asoroolu Ayinla V, the Olu of Igbo-Ora Land, Permanent Chairman, Ibarapa Central Traditional Council, and Deputy Chairman, Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, has joined the Government and people of Oyo State in celebrating the state’s Golden Jubilee, marking 50 years of its creation and enduring legacy.

The revered monarch described the Golden Jubilee as a historic milestone that calls for reflection on the journey so far, celebration of collective achievements, and renewed commitment to the future of the state.

According to Kabiyesi, the fifty-year journey of Oyo State stands as a testament to the resilience, cultural richness, and progressive spirit of its people. Since its creation in 1976, the state has continued to serve as a custodian of Yoruba heritage and a centre of intellectual, cultural, and socio-economic contributions to national development.

The Olu of Igbo-Ora commended His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, for his people-centred and forward-looking leadership, noting that under the present administration, Oyo State has further strengthened its position as a pace-setter in governance, with visible progress recorded in infrastructure development, education, healthcare delivery, agricultural value chains, and institutional reforms.

Kabiyesi also acknowledged the invaluable roles played by past leaders, traditional institutions, and communities across the state, including Ibarapa Land, whose collective efforts have sustained peace, unity, and development over the decades.

On behalf of the traditional institution and the peace-loving people of Igbo-Ora Land, the monarch reaffirmed his commitment to supporting initiatives that promote unity, preserve cultural heritage, and advance inclusive and sustainable development in Oyo State.

He concluded by praying that the next phase of Oyo State’s journey will brings greater prosperity, harmony, and enduring progress for all citizens.