Regarded as one of the most detribalized Nigerian with his ability to mix freely with all sundry regardless of their religious or cultural background seasoned journalist, media-preneur and politician Aare Dele Momodu displayed his influence last weekend when a parade of exotic automobiles moved from Ibadan to the ancient Iwo town as he and his wife, Mrs. Mobolaji Momodu were both installed Aare and Yeye Aare of Iwo Kingdom. The Ovation Publisher has definitely bagged a lot of traditional titles but he seems to have held this in high esteem as the Oluwo of Iwo Oba Adbulrasheed Adewale Akanbi made a good host to all top dignitaries who came in from all walks of life to honour the new Chief. With soothing words from friends and family, Oluwo decorated the couple officially with traditional leaves handing them all paraphernalia attached to the highly coveted title.
The Highlight of the event came at the Royal Palace resort venue for the reception, where Bob Dee as he is fondly called hosted guests to a classy soiree with the very best of local and continental dishes laced with an endless supply of high cost drinks. In his unusual style, the new chief fitted in his wine local Aso Ofi, with his round traditional cap sauntered alongside his wife to the venue in style as they both welcomed guests with a charming smiles on their faces. Oluwo of Iwo, Prince Damola Aderemi, Dr Reuben Abati, Prince Bisi Olatilo extolled Aare Dele Momodu.
To thrill invited guests with musical rendition, Laolu Gbenjo, Sir Shina Peters and Lanre Teriba were all on the bandstand as Comedian and Compere extraordinary Gbenga Adeyinka dazzled with rib-cracking jokes. Those spotted at the event were; Rev. Mother Esther Ajayi, Sat Guru Maharaji, Oba Adedokun Abolarin, Oba Folarin Ogunsanwo, Ajagunla Olubiyi Fadeyi, Oba Joseph Moronfoye Okunlola Iyalaje Toyin Kolade, AIG Tunji Alapini ( Rtd), Sen Tokunbo Afikuyomi, Sen. Jide Omoworare, Sen. Ademola Adeleke, Femi Osibona, Gbenga Olunloyo, Foluso Adeagbo, Idris Aregbe, Ope Oretuyi, Princess Aderemi Adebowale, Waheed Alubankudi, Wale Tomtom and a host of others.
