By Wasiu Owolewa
Yesterday, 23rd November was another day of joy and honour for Chief Barrister Kingsley Ade Ogunmiloyo as the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, His Royal Majesty, Oba(Dr.) Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe Aladesanmi III installed him as the Badero of Ado-Ekiti kingdom.
This great honour coming some months after he was conferred with Abobarin of Aisegba-Ekiti testifies to the kind of character he is. It shows that he is man that is well respected and loved within and outside his town.
The installation of Chief Ogunmiloyo as Badero is in recognition of his unwavering commitment towards the progress and development of Ado-Ekiti. It was also a popular decision taken by the Ewi to honour a prominent son of the soil.
The installation of Barrister Kingsley as Badero took place during the celebration of the 80th birthday and 35th coronation anniversary of the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti.
Chief Ogunmiloyo was conferred with chieftaincy title alongside other prominent Ado sons and daughters which included, Alhaji Lateef Ajijola, Kunle Gidado and others.