A major contestant for the vacant stool of Owa Obokun of Ijesaland and prominent son from Ajimoko Haastrup Bilaro Ruling House of Ijesaland, Olumobi Jacob Adetayo Haastrup, has declared his intention to vie for the revered seat of the paramount ruler of Ijesaland, Osun State.
Dr Haastrup declared his interest in a statement on December 12, 2024, stating that he would ensure positive development in Ijesaland and take the ancient city to greater heights.
The statement, personally signed by Dr Haastrup and titled: “Divine Declaration”, was made available to journalists on Sunday.
Haastrup also disclosed that he decided to strictly adhere to the revered traditions of Ijesaland following the recent passage of Owa of Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Dr. Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, whose first traditional rites were concluded on December 10, 2024.
The traditional Head of Imobi of Ijesas for the past seven and a half years also extended his heartfelt condolences to the entire Ijesaland.
Haastrup further disclosed that he decided to vie for the vacant stool after much reflection, prayer to the Almighty King of Kings, and consultations with his family, friends, associates, and well-wishers.
He also unfolded his 12-point agenda for the entire Ijesaland, saying he would use his contacts to promote dynamic growth and empower the people.
He said, “After much reflection, prayer to the Almighty King of Kings, and consultations with my family, friends, associates, and all well-wishers, I, Olumobi Dr. Jacob Adetayo Haastrup, of the Ajimoko Haastrup Bilaro Ruling House of Ijesaland, at this moment formally declare my intention to contest for the vacant stool of Owa-Obokun Adimula and Paramount Ruler of Ijesaland.
“As the traditional head of Imobi Ijesas for the past seven and a half years, I humbly seek your prayers and support as I embark on this journey.
“My mission, inspired by the words of our late father, who in his certificate issued to me said, “Thank you for what you have done and more to do for Ijesaland,” is to serve with devotion and integrity.
“With unwavering faith in God Almighty, I pray that all things work together for the good of Ijesaland and its people.”
“With God’s guidance and the support of the people, together, we shall build a prosperous and united Ijesaland.”
Unfolding his 12 major agendas, Haastrup said his blueprint for Ijesaland would embrace unity, security, economic empowerment and industrialisation of the area.
