In a historic event on December 16, 2023, Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Kaduna State, achieved a significant milestone by receiving a chieftaincy title from the Awujale of Ijebuland, HRM Oba Sikiru Adetona. El-Rufai, who previously served as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, was installed as the Gbobaniyi of Ijebuland during a ceremony held at the palace of the Paramount Ruler in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
This ceremony holds immense historical significance as Nasir El-Rufai becomes the first Nigerian outside the South-West region to be honored with a chieftaincy title by the Awujale of Ijebuland in his remarkable six-decade reign. The former governor expressed his delight on social media, announcing the prestigious recognition and expressing gratitude to Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.
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El-Rufai shared his excitement on his X page, stating, “I am pleased to announce that on Saturday, the 16th of December 2023, His Royal Majesty Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona the Paramount Ruler and Awujale of Ijebuland will honor my brother and confidante Otunba Jimi Lawal with two chieftaincy titles for his contributions to the Ijebu Kingdom and Nigeria, along with his wife Maryam Lawal.”
The former governor also acknowledged the honor bestowed upon him, adding, “I am privileged to be the first Nigerian outside of South-West of Nigeria to be conferred with a chieftaincy title by the Awujale in his nearly 64-year reign. I am to be recognized as the Gbobaniyi of Ijebuland. I am grateful to Kabiyesi Awujale for the recognition and thank all those who have wished me well for this.”
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This remarkable recognition comes at a pivotal time for El-Rufai, who, following a setback in his ministerial nomination, took an academic journey abroad. The ceremony not only celebrates the achievements of El-Rufai but also honors Otunba Jimi Lawal, a former PDP governorship aspirant in Ogun State, who received two chieftaincy titles for his notable contributions to Nigeria.
As Nasir El-Rufai plots his return to national prominence, this historic event adds a new chapter to his political journey, showcasing his continued influence and recognition beyond regional boundaries.
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