The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Urban Development, Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki, along with three other prominent indigenes, have been officially confirmed and gazetted as Paramount Traditional White Cap Chiefs in Lagos.
Their appointments signal not just continuity of tradition, but also the dawn of a progressive and dynamic era for the Lagos traditional institution. The newly gazetted Chiefs are:
Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki – Ogboni Iduntafa of Lagos (Akarigbere Royal Class)
Engr. Ajibade Ismail Nosiru Ayeni – Eletu Odibo of Lagos (Head of Akarigbere Royal Class)
Chief Adebola Olalekan Dosunmu – Olorogun Adodo of Lagos (Akarigbere Royal Class)
Chief Lookman Bolaji Oluwa – Onisemo of Lagos (Ogalade Class of Chiefs)
Their appointments were approved under the authority of the Oba of Lagos, His Royal Majesty, Oba Riliwan Babatunde Osuolale Aremu Akiolu.
The Lagos State Government equally deserves commendation for formalising these appointments, thereby preserving and enriching the identity of Isale Eko and Lagos Island for future generations.
Arc. Gbolahan Owodunni Oki (Ogboni Iduntafa of Lagos):
Arc. Gbolahan Oki, a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (FNIA), brings over 30 years of professional and administrative experience into his new traditional role. Currently serving as the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Urban Development, he is celebrated for his integrity, leadership, and resilience.
A graduate of the University of Jos, where he earned both his degree and Master’s in Architecture, Arc. Oki’s career spans various senior roles, including General Manager of LASBCA and Chief Resilience Officer for Lagos State. His wealth of technical knowledge, coupled with his administrative acumen, positions him to drive developmental initiatives in Isale Eko while upholding the dignity of the Ogboni Iduntafa stool.
Engr. Ajibade Ismail Nosiru Ayeni (Eletu Odibo of Lagos):
The new Eletu Odibo of Lagos, Engr. Ayeni, popularly known as Omobalufon assumes the historic responsibility of Head of the Akarigbere Royal Class and Traditional Prime Minister to the Oba of Lagos. He is a man of vision, intellect, and deep grassroots connection.
A graduate of Lagos State University (LASU) with a Second Class Upper Division in Electronics/Computer Engineering, he further obtained a Master of Science Degree in Mobile Computing & Communications from the University of Greenwich, UK, in 2010 and an MBA, Master of Business Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria. He is also a Doctoral Fellow of the Institute of Leadership, Manpower Management and Development.
Engr. Ayeni’s career has spanned both the private and public sectors. From his early days at Access Bank Plc to his current role as State Coordinator, Lagos Central at NIMC, he has consistently distinguished himself as a professional of excellence. A Microsoft Certified IT Professional, Project Management Certified expert, and member of the British Computer Society, he embodies the modern blend of technology, governance, and tradition.
A respected grassroots politician, Engr. Ayeni is also an Apex member of the Atari Ajanaku Caucus under the APC in Lagos Island, making him a strong bridge between tradition, governance, and community representation.
Chief Adebola Olalekan Dosunmu (Olorogun Adodo of Lagos):
Chief Adebola Dosunmu, popularly known as the Akinsiku of Lagos, is a household name in Lagos traditional and social circles. As the Supreme Head of the Adamu Orisha Play (Olori Eyo), he has been a custodian of one of Lagos’ most celebrated cultural festivals, thereby protecting the identity and values of the people of Isale Eko.
He is also the CEO of Utica Integrated Services, a thriving real estate and property consultancy. With his training in