The 4th edition of the Odide Mega Praise and Worship of the royal Ilajo family held today, the 27th of December, 2021. The event was held at the Obaro Palace and themed Odun Sekere/Ase
The event began with the medical outreach which was held by a medical team and led by Dr. Sam Alori.
The medical outreach attended to the sick and aged. Dr. Alori delivered a speech at the commencement of the activity. Among other things, he spoke about the building and facilitation of a medical center at Kakun, Kabba and also said plans were being made to set up medical centers at other places as well but that one has to take a step at a time.
During the medical outreach, the royal Ilajo cultural troupe arrived the stage with dancing to give vibrance to the event.
At 11:00AM, Dr. Alori addressed those who had come for their medical checkup again. He talked about what is being done and its essence. The reason for this second speech was to carry the new arrivals along.
Mr. Dan Kotiko, being the host of the event, invited Pastor Sanya Toluhi for the opening prayer.
Pastor Shae Bebeyi was invited for the opening remarks and during his speech, he talked about the importance of the event in relationship with praising God as well as enabling Ilajo people strengthen the family bond.
Pastor Michael, Chief Olobatoke, Pastor Oshadare and Dr. Sam Alori also gave their opening remarks with Dr. Alori being particular on health issues.
The Olu of Okebukun arrived with his chiefs and was acknowledged alongside other dignitaries who graced the event.
The Ilajo cultural troupe took the stage again to dance and provide entertainment for the audiences. This was followed by prophetic declaration by Pastor Dr. Shae Bebeyi.
Entertainment from cultural troupes, drummers and Kakaki players was consecutive. Amidst this,the Obani, Oba Samuel A Toluhi arrived at the palace to grace the occasion.
Outstanding creation of Kehinde, a young Ilajo boy captured everyone’s attention as he was to make the mini aeroplane he built fly. After a little while, the mini aircraft took off and the audiences cheered with delight and excitement.
The Obani was invited to the stage and he delivered a remarkable speech. During his speech, the Oba Ani emphasised God’s presence and relevance concerning the Ilajo people as a family. He instructed against violence and asked that every concern be left to God. He also stressed love in the midst of the people as God is love. He further mentioned gaining rightful position by being with God.
After his speech,the Ilajo Royal Sisters graced the stage with cultural dance.
Pastor Dr. Shae Bebeyi came up for his sermon and emphasised the importance of praising God. He took the reading from the Bible from the book of Psalm chapter 150.
After the sermon, Prince Bayo Lewu was asked to commence the next stage which was the distribution of gift items to the widows. This segment is very important as a large number of widows hoped to go home with an item. Gift items such as food and clothes were distributed.
An interview with an audience, Jacob Blessing, revealed that she anticipates this annual “Odide Day” as it is commonly known as, as it is the only time of the year she gets to meet and mingle with long time Ilajo friends which puts her in good spirit. We all can agree that this annual event is worth anticipating
