The Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr. Abisoye Fagade, was on Saturday honored with a prestigious chieftaincy title by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin
Dr. Fagade was conferred with the title of Aare Asojuoba of Ibadanland, while his wife was named Yeye Aare Asojuoba of Ibadanland.
The ceremony also witnessed the recognition of other notable individuals, including the President of the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), Mr.Sulaiman Niyi Ajewole.
The monarch, speaking through High Chief Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin the Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland said the recipients of the Honorary Titles have the interest of Ibadanland at heart, consequently, Olubadan and his advisory council considered it necessary to recognize them 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.”
At the grand reception held in Fagade’s honor at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, dignitaries from all walks of life turned out in large numbers to celebrate the NIHOTOUR boss.
Prominent traditional rulers, including Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, the Olugbon of Orile Igbo, Oba Francis Olusola Alao, and the Alara of Ara, were present to grace the occasion.
Also at the occasion were the minister Arts Culture and Tourism,Hannatu Musa Musawa, Esq. Director General Nigerian Sports Commission Wale Olopade, Minister for Power, Oloye Bayo Adelabu and other top government functionaries, Captain of industries among others.
The event also featured performances by leading entertainers such as gospel artist Tope Alabi, Tolu Obe, Seun Bankole SB, while the presence of Dele Omo Woli, comedian Basketmouth, actor Kunle Afolayan, Sola Sobowale and other celebrities added glamour to the event.
