The Atayero of Aramoko, in Ekiti West Local government area of Ekiti State, His Royal Highness, HRH Ambassador Dr Olusegun Aderemi, has received award of recognition from the Mayors of the cities of Newark, and Franklin New Jersey, United States of America.
This was stated in the two separate proclamation letters signed by the Mayor of Newark, Ras J. Baraka, as well as Phillip Kramer, Mayor of the City of Franklin
It was a double honour with final grandid event in the city of Franklin amidst accolade and fanfare.
The Newark Mayor described Atayero as a true representation of African culture, humanity and tradition, adding that the development would further strengthen the relationship between the city and the African continent.
“HRH Olusegun Aderemi is a citizen of the City of Franklin. You have access to anything you want –land, investment, partnership opportunities, etc.”
The Mayor in his proclamation letter confirming the recognition on the HRH Olusegun Aderemi described Atayero as “one of Nigeria’s great entrepreneurs and business leaders. He provides jobs and creates prosperity. He is a role model and inspiration to his nation and the African Diaspora; and as Mayor of Newark, I salute HRH OLUSEGUN ADEREMI as he visits Newark today, welcome him to our city, and wish him joy and success for the future.
“Now, therefore, I, Ras J,. Baraka, Mayor of the City of Newark, New Jersey do hereby recognizes HRH OLUSEGUN ADEREMI and I urge all residents, employees and visitors in the City of Newark to join me in this special tribute to HRH OLUSEGUN ADEREMI.
The Mayor of Franklin and the township council who congratulated HRH Aderemi stated: “HRH Olusegun Aderemi has earned the respect, admiration and high regards of all with whom he comes into contact.”
Delivering his acceptance speech, Aderemi appreciated the Mayor and members of the council and the entire people of Franklin for the wonderful Honour.
“This confirms that Franklin is a second home of Oduduwa, who is the progenitor of all the Yoruba race in Africa. Our source is Ile-Ife.
“The representative of Oduduwa who is the Ooni of Ife was here some years ago and luckily I’m also destined to be here to receive the same honour.
“On behalf of the entire people of Yoruba race, Africa and Nigeria, we specially say thank you for this, with the assurance that we are not going to take you for granted. This is our second home, we are part of you.
“I will take this back home and I’m sure the entire Yoruba race will appreciate this.
“This is a good development that will facilitate provision of good water, education and solar system that will tackle challenges bedeviling our political power.
“I have signed the Memorandum of understanding and it’s going to work for the whole of Africa, especially Ekiti State and Nigeria as a whole,” Aderemi said.
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