His Royal Majesty, Aholu Saheed Adamson, the Topon Toyiaga1, Aholu of Ajido Kingdom on Saturday marked 5th year coronation anniversary in Ajido, Badagry, Lagos.

The traditional, who was installed to the throne in 2016, described the celebration as a landmark.

“One can only but be grateful for the several integrating strides and developments we have recorded since my emergence as the Aholu of Ajido Kingdom,” he said.

He acknowledged the efforts of Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State for the tremendous support received in the community.

“We are grateful to the Lagos State Government for the enviable road construction that our people enjoy today as Ajido can now boast of four and well equipped health centres.

“The kingdom feels grateful to recognize the unalloyed progressive dimensions you have brought to Ajido and Badagry Local Government as a whole.

“We now enjoy constant daily night lights-ups,” Aholu said.

He also appreciated the Chairman, Badagry Local Government, Mr Olusegun Onilude; De Wheno Menu Toyi 1, the Akran of Badagry and Council of Obas and Royal Council of Ajido.

The Chairman, Anniversary Committee, Mr Adeyinka Amosu, Chairman, described the 5th year coronation anniversary as a step in the right direction.

“Five years is no small feat and that is why we are all gathered here today.

“Over the last five years, Ajido community had experienced exponential growth in all areas of human endeavour.

“Our major roads are better even with street light and traffic lights.

“Some of our brothers and sisters in diaspora could not believe when we send pictures and videos of the new Ajido at night to them,” he said.

He commended the Aholu of Ajido Kingdom for laudable innovations and development.

“Over the last five years, Ajido community has experienced exponential growth in all areas of human endeavour.

“Some of our brothers and sisters in diaspora couldn’t readily believe when we send pictures and videos of the New Ajido at night to them,” he said.

Crystal News reports that personalities at the event included the Local Government Chairman of Badagry, Mr Olusegun Onilude; the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Lagos Council Chairman Mr Adeleye Ajayi and the council’s executive members.

Ajayi wished Aholu of Ajido many more years on the throne while commending him for always giving the Union a listening ear at all times.

The occasion was spiced with cultural rendition and dance by Ajido Sea Beach Dance Troupe.

The anniversary equally celebrated Awards presentation to personalities that have contributed to the development of Ajido Kingdom in one way or the other.

The launching of a special dedicated Album to Ajido community and the Aholu of Ajido Kingdom also took the centre stage.