Adeleke and Oyebamiji Honor Elebuibon's Cultural Legacy
During the birthday and housewarming ceremony of renowned Ifa priest and Yoruba cultural icon Araba Ifayemi Elebuibon at his Ogbeyonu House in Osogbo, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke and All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji praised Elebuibon as a priceless custodian of African heritage. Oyebamiji highlighted Elebuibon's extensive knowledge of African spirituality and customs, advocating for greater recognition of cultural ambassadors like him.
He called for increased investment in Osun's tourism sector, noting the potential of sites such as the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove and Erin-Ijesa Waterfalls to boost the economy. Representing Governor Adeleke, Dr. Biyi Odunlade commended Elebuibon's global influence on Yoruba culture and reiterated the administration's commitment to promoting Osun as a center for African culture and tourism.
Elebuibon, in turn, urged governments to invest in Nigeria's cultural resources, emphasizing the economic potential of the country's rich heritage.
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