The Alara of Ilara Kingdom, Oba Olukayode Olufolarin Ogunsanwo, paid a congratulatory visit to the newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), Tunji Disu, at the Nigeria Police Force headquarters in Abuja.
Epe Insights reports that the visit aimed to formally felicitate with the IGP while delivering prayers and ancestral blessings from the Ilara Kingdom.
Accompanied by his chiefs, Oba Ogunsanwo highlighted the strong ties between the Ilara throne and IGP Disu, describing him as a “worthy son” of the kingdom.
The monarch expressed pride in Disu’s appointment and his potential to lead transformative reforms within the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
The event carried special significance for Epe Division, as both the Alara and the IGP hail from the area, strengthening the cultural and hometown connection of the visit. The gesture symbolized both royal endorsement and regional pride.
During his remarks, Oba Ogunsanwo commended IGP Disu for his achievements in policing and leadership, stating that his integrity, dedication, and service to the nation make him an asset not only to Lagos State but also to the entire Southwest region.
He further predicted that under Disu’s leadership, the Nigeria Police Force would undergo meaningful restructuring, with improved operational efficiency, discipline, and public trust.
The Alara delivered prayers and blessings on behalf of the Ilara Kingdom, seeking divine guidance, protection, and success for the IGP in his national responsibilities. He emphasized the spiritual and cultural weight of such blessings in reinforcing moral and ethical leadership.
IGP Disu, in response, expressed gratitude to the Alara and his delegation for the royal visit and the ancestral prayers, acknowledging the deep cultural significance and the encouragement drawn from hometown support. He reaffirmed his commitment to policing with integrity, professionalism, and dedication to public service.
The visit also provided a platform for cultural diplomacy, reinforcing the importance of ancestral heritage in nurturing leadership values and inspiring community pride among citizens of Epe Division.
Oba Ogunsanwo’s delegation emphasized that such gestures serve as a bridge between traditional authority and national leadership, highlighting the role of local cultural institutions in promoting societal cohesion and national development.
Community members and observers lauded the Alara’s visit, noting that it underscores the unique synergy between traditional leadership, state representation, and national institutions in fostering positive change.
The ceremony concluded with a photo session and exchange of goodwill messages, reinforcing the symbolic bond between the Ilara Kingdom and one of its distinguished sons now serving at the highest levels of national security.
The visit marks a historic moment for Epe Division, celebrating the recognition of local talent on the national stage while reinforcing the role of traditional leadership in shaping the moral compass of public service.
