The Okere of Sakiland, Oba Dr. Sur Khalid Oyeniyi Olabisi Oyedepo III, has strengthened ties with the Ilesa-Baruba community through his representation at the 2025 Gani Festival held in Ilesa-Baruba, Kwara State.
The monarch’s traditional chiefs, led by the Aganmu of Saki, HC Abdrasheed Kolawale Jayeola, attended the festival on his behalf. In a statement, the Okere expressed his delight in acknowledging the historical bond and relationships between the Ibaruba and Yoruba peoples.
The Gani Festival is a significant celebration that showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Bokobaru tribe and peoples. The Okere extended his warm felicitations to the Emir of Ilesa-Baruba, Prof. Halidu I. Abubakar, and the entire Ilesa-Baruba community, wishing that the celebration would strengthen their shared heritage and promote unity among their people.
The Okere’s gesture underscores his commitment to fostering goodwill and cooperation between the people of Saki and Ilesa-Baruba. The Gani Festival serves as a platform for cultural exchange and celebration, highlighting the importance of preserving traditional heritage in modern times.
As the paramount ruler of Oke Ogun, the Okere’s engagement with the Ilesa-Baruba community reflects his dedication to regional unity and cultural preservation. The 2025 Gani Festival marks another milestone in the enduring relationship between the Okere of Sakiland and the Ilesa-Baruba community.