Osun Governor Gets Second Term Nod From Traditional Worshippers As He Declares Public Holiday For "ISESE DAY"

Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola made history as the first Governor to grant a public holiday for traditional religious worshipers to celebrate the annual ISESE FESTIVAL. The ancient city of Osogbo was agog today as the worshipers divided into the 30 local government areas in Osun State.

EVENT TIMELINE

Arrival of participants.
Arrival of dignitaries and government functionaries.
Arrival of the Governor, national / osun anthems.
Iwure ibere, recognition of dignitaries.
Welcome remarks by Chief Awopetu idowu.
Opening remarks by Prof Wande Abimbola.
Cultural displays and lecture "traditional rulers at d crossroads of tradition and faith" by Mrs Adeola Faleye  Dept of Linguistics and African Languages, OAU.
Parade of colours n performances by clustered religious groups
Special iwure for the state of Osun, Governor Aregbesola, Nigeria n the Universe.
Good will messages, address by the Gov
Presentation of award and public endorsement of Mr gov for second term.
 Vote of thanks by Chief Yemi Elebuibon and Iwure Imurele.
Music Entertainment  by Fuji artist, Saheed Osupa

Oyinkansola Elebuibon Reporting from Osogbo...additional pictures by Yemisi Canty