Ekiti Peace Day

04/12/2025

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29/11/2025

MATERNAL LINEAGE OF PRINCESS GRACE ADESOLA ADUKE ALUFA FROM OKEMESI -EKITI, IKORO -EKITI AND AYETORO -EKITI

By Femi Alufa

"People will not look forward to posterity who never look backward to their ancestors".

-Edmund Burke, Irish Statesman

It is important to note that from every enquires and investigations,I gleaned information from my mother ( Grace Adesola Alufa)maternal grandmother (late Princess Adegbemile Ilesanmi ) based on oral records and evidence that their maternal lineage sprung from Okemesi -Ekiti, Ikoro -Ekiti, Ayetoro -Ekiti and down to Ijero -Ekiti.

OBA FATIMEHIN APONLESE, The OWA OOYE of OKEMESI -EKITI

Oba Fatimehin Aponlese,was the 9th Oloja (Owa Ooye) of Okemesi -Ekiti.He was an uncle of the legendary Ekiti Warrior, Prince Fabunmi Adesoye Oraralada of the EkitiParapo (Kiriji) war fame.Oba Fatimehin Aponlese reigned in the mid 19th century to the late 19th century as the oldest Monarch in Okemesi-Ekiti history.He was the father of Princess Ajitoni.

CHIEF FAMOROTI, The OMINIO of IKORO -EKITI
Princess Ajitoni married one High Chief Famoroti ( Okere baradina) the Ominio of Ikoro -Ekiti who reigned during the Ikoro -Ekiti/Ibadan Wars of the 1840s ,a precursor of the Kiriji War during the reign of Ajero Agbeleja of Ijero -Ekiti and Oba Adetula Alagirija Akoworo-bi-Oyinbo, The Olukoro of Ikoro in the 1830s.

The marriage union of Princess Ajitoni and Chief Famoroti (Okere baradina)of Ojobe street ,the Ominio of Ikoro -Ekiti produced one Madam Onijiginaran.
Chief Famoroti had other children including Eyelogun Oni(the paternal grandmother of Kester Olaifa Esq, journalist and historian from Ikoro -Ekiti).

Madam Onijiginaran married a man from Iyappa (now Ayetoro -Ekiti).She begot EYEKILE,EYESUBU( and other children in Ayetoro -Ekiti.
EYEKILE was the grandmother of Madam Felicia Oja Dada (aged 90) and EYESUBU (OKUNWEMI) was the maternal great grandmother of Late Princess Grace Adesola Aduke Alufa.The list is by no mean exhaustive.

26/11/2025

CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Princess Grace Adesola Alufa (1950–2025)

Footprints of Royalty and Grace

Princess Grace Aduke Adesola Alufa has transitioned to join the revered pantheon of the ancestors, her light shining eternally in the hearts of all who were blessed by her presence. May her soul rest in perfect peace.

We bid farewell to a beloved mother, a double Princess, and an extraordinary Matriarch.

As we prepare to celebrate her remarkable life and legacy, the family warmly invites friends, relatives, and well-wishers to join us for her Funeral Obsequies:

SAVE THE DATE

December 5–6, 2025

CHRISTIAN WAKE KEEP

Venue: Her Residence, Behind Igbamitoro Market, Aramoko Road, Ijero-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM

FUNERAL & THANKSGIVING SERVICE

Venue: Christ Apostolic Church (WOSEM Revival Center),
Ile Iyanu, Aramoko Road, Ijero-Ekiti, Ekiti State
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM

RECEPTION OF GUESTS

Venue: Adebomi Events Center, Aramoko Road, Ijero-Ekiti
Time: Immediately after the Thanksgiving Service.

“To live in the hearts of those we love is never to die.”

RSVP:
Femi Alufa, Esq.
For the Family


#5–6December2025

30/10/2025

Public Lecture in honour of Papa - Joel Babatola to be delivered by Chief Bisi Akande on Friday, November 7 in Ado-Ekiti

The lecture is in honor of High Chief Dr. J.E. Babatola,(1918-2014) an eminent nationalist, Ekiti Patriot and first and second Republic politician who started his teaching career in the 30s and 40s and became a College Principal before veering into politics is slated for Friday, November 7th.
The Lecture in honour of Papa J.E.Babatola was organized by the Joel Babatola Annual Lecture Series (JOBAL) in conjunction with the Ekiti Council of Elders.

High Chief Joel Ehinafe Babatola served as a Parliamentary Secretary and Minister in charge of Local Government Affairs, Minister of Justice (Customary Courts Division), Minister of Cabinet Office (Office of Chief Obafemi Awolowo), Minister of Home Affairs and Information, Minister of Labour, Roving Secretary and Adviser to the Premier at the London Constitutional Conference, and Chairman of 1960 Independence Celebration Committee in Western Nigeria among others.

He was one of the few notable ministers in the colonial era and the First Republic who were never found liable of corrupt enrichment charges in Government. He was never jailed unlike many other politicians during various trials set up for political leaders by the military junta at the end of the first and second republic.

He was also the confidential adviser of Col. Adekunle Fajuyi as the Military Governor of Western Nigeria and one of his co-chief mourners after his assassination with Gen. Ironsi.

He survived the various political attacks at the verge of Nigeria’s independence as a faithful lieutenant of Chief Obafemi Awolowo and during his persecution for trump up treasonable felony trial.

When the military junta decided to reward his various achievements and patriotic activities, he was appointed as the only Commissioner from Ekiti Division (now Ekiti State) in the Government of Western State of Nigeria .

04/10/2025

CELEBRATION OF LIFE !

Princess Grace Adesola Alufa (1950-2025)
..Footprints of Royalty and Grace!

Princess Grace Aduke Adesola Alufa has taken her place among the pantheon of the ancestors, shining eternally in the hearts of those she touched. May her soul rest in perfect peace.

Adieu to a beloved Mother, a double Princess, and a Legendary Matriarch!

Her transition is not a
farewell but a celebration of a life well-lived- a life that continues to inspire and guide.

As we prepare to celebrate her remarkable life, we invite friends, family, and well-wishers to join us in honouring this rare jewel during her Funeral Obsequies:

SAVE THE DATE:

December 5th – 6th, 2025

Funeral Obsequies

CHRISTIAN WAKE KEEP

Her Residence – Behind Igbamitoro Market, Aramoko Road, Ijero-Ekiti, Ekiti State.

DATE: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM

FUNERAL & THANKSGIVING SERVICE @

Christ Apostolic Church (WOSEM Revival Center), Ile Iyanu, Aramoko Road, Ijero-Ekiti, Ekiti State.

DATE : Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM

RECEPTION OF GUESTS:

Adebomi Events Center, Aramoko Road, Ijero-Ekiti
Immediately after the Thanksgiving Service.

"To live in the hearts of those we love is never to die."

RSVP:
Femi Alufa Esq.
- For the Family.



#5-6December2025

17/08/2025

AFTER THE SEVEN DAYS OF MOURNING -
A Note of Appreciation & Funeral Notification of my Beloved Mother, Princess Grace Adesola Aduke Alufa

John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die".

I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the revered Clergymen and Pastorate,His Royal Majesties, esteemed political leaders, respected community leaders, beloved family members, dear friends, and all well-wishers who identified with our family during the seven days of mourning following the passing into eternity of our dear mother,
Princess Grace Adesola Aduke Alufa, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 75.

Your prayers, phone calls, messages, and comforting presence brought immense strength and solace during this deeply painful time. Your acts of kindness have not gone unnoticed, and I remain extremely grateful for the love and support shown to me and my family.

As we continue to honour her memory, please be informed that the funeral ceremony will take place in the coming months. Further details will be communicated in due course,and we hope to count on your continued support and presence as we lay our beloved mother to rest with the dignity and grace she deserves.

May God bless you all richly.

With sincere gratitude,

Femi Alufa , Esq.
(On behalf of the family)
Sunday, 17th August,2025.

07/08/2025

The Life and Legacy of Aare Momodu Obadoke Latoosa (circa 1820 – 1885)

The Life and Legacy of Aare Momodu Obadoke Latoosa (circa 1820 – 1885) Aare Momodu Obadoke Latoosa,the past ruler of Ibadan (1871-1885) and one of the greatest military leaders of Yorubaland in the 19th century came into limelight in the military lines as a Warlord of Ibadan during the Kiriji (Eki...

07/08/2025

KIRIJI MEMORIAL : REMEMBERING AARE OBADOKE LATOOSA (circa 1820-1885)

Aare Momodu Obadoke Latoosa,the past ruler of Ibadan (1871-1885) and one of the greatest military leaders of Yorubaland in the 19th century came into limelight in the military lines as a Warlord of Ibadan during the Kiriji (EkitiParapo) war of the late 19th century.

He died at the Elebolo Forest, Imesi -Ile (Kiriji War Camp) on 11th August 1885.

In celebration of his 140th Year Deathversary, the descendants of Aare Latoosa paid a visit to Imesi-Ile,Osun State yesterday in memory of their progenitor who will be remembered in Yoruba history as one of the greatest warrior and generalissimo who raised the fame of Ibadan to it's highest pitch of glory in the late 19th century.

30/07/2025

Happy Birthday to Femi Alufa – A Trailblazer in Media and Peace Advocacy

PRESS RELEASEHappy Birthday to Femi Alufa – A Trailblazer in Media and Peace Advocacy The management and entire team of Ekiti Summit News Media Group, alongside friends, associates, and well-wishers across Nigeria and the diaspora, join in celebrating the birthday of our Founder, Publisher, and Ch...

21/07/2025

EKITI PEACE DAY (Kiriji Memorial Festival)

Do You Know that Known Kiriji War Veterans from Ilesa were Rewarded with Chieftaincy Titles:

1. Ajimoko I - Owa Obokun of Ijesaland
2. Ogedengbe - Obaala of Ilesa (Public Post)
3. Ogunmodede - Lejoka of Ilesa (Public Post)
4. Iyün - Lejofi of Ilesa (Hereditary Title)
5. Owoso - Saloro of Ilesa (Public Post)
6. Dagunduro - Lemoro of Ilesa (Public Post)
7. Fapohunda Oginni - Luroye of Ilesa (Public Post)
8. Aogo-Ija Ifafoworayibi - Osuwe of Ilesa (Hereditary Chief)
9. Jowojeri - Lokinran of Ilesa (Public Post)
10. Ibidapo Obe - Lemodu of Ilesa (Hereditary Chief)
11. Agbalajobi-Oke - Aloya of Ilesa (Public Post)
12. Asagidigbi - Odole of Ilesa (Hereditary Chief)
13. Asubi-Ojo - Loja Iwoye (Public Post)
14. Farinre - A notable Kiriji War veteran who joined Aogo-Ija in Ilesa in the 1850s as a teenager. Originally from Ekiti land, Farinre was the only son of his father, a respected Babalawo.

Reference: Architect Rotimi Fafowora, member Board of Trustees, Kiriji Heritage Conservation Trust (KHCT).

02/07/2025

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MAJOR GENERAL KAYODE ONI, Rtd

JULY’S PEOPLE ,(July 2nd) HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MAJOR GENERAL KAYODE ONI, Rtd Major General (Dr.) Simeon Kayode Oni (Rtd) is the former Commandant of the Nigeria Army Education Corps (NAEC).He is a favourite personality, role model and benefactor who is very dear to many youths in Ekiti State and Nige...

19/06/2025

The recent Benue Killings by the so called Fulani herdsmen is an affront to us all as a nation and humanity.

Our security architecture as a nation is now a question which is begging for answer.?
It is a travesty of justice and parody of democracy that our community have become havens of unrest, violence and even terrorism before our very eyes.

Religion and Ethnicity should not divide our common bond of humanity, security and shared purpose across cultures , countries and continents.

We must seek peace on earth and goodwill towards all men and work together to make the world a better place to live for us all.