Zone XI AIG Celebrates 2026 Egungun Festival With the People of KUTA Kingdom
By Bukola ELUFADEJIN
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG) in charge of Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo, AIG Bassey S. Ewah, psc(++), fcai,mspsp on Saturday, 31st October, 2026, joined His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude (Tegbosun III), CON, the Olowu of Kuta Kingdom, Osun State, and the people of Kuta Kingdom in celebrating the 2026 Egungun Festival at the palace of the traditional ruler.
This is contained in a press release signed by SP Ojedele Olarewaju , anipr,mspsp,Zonal Police Public Relations Officer Zone 11 Headquarters, Osogbo.
The colourful celebration, which marked the maiden edition of the festival to be extensively celebrated with carnival activities in the history of the town, attracted several traditional rulers, traditional worshippers led by Dr. Oluseyi Atanda, President, Traditional Religion Worshippers Association of Osun State (TRWASO), distinguished guests, community stakeholders, indigenes and residents of Kuta Kingdom.
The AIG was accompanied by ACP Temitayo Ogunjeminsin, Area Commander, Iwo; ACP Ngozi Braide, Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Administration, Zone 11; CSP Olanrewaju Reuben, DPO, Ile-Ogbo Division; CSP Osungbure Gbenga, DPO, Iwo Division; SP Ojedele Olanrewaju, Zonal Police Public Relations Officer; and SP Courage Irabor, Personal Assistant to the AIG.
In his remarks, AIG Bassey described the Egungun Festival as a significant expression of the rich cultural heritage, traditions and identity of the Yoruba people. He commended the Olowu of Kuta Kingdom for his initiative and foresight in organising such an elaborate cultural celebration, noting that the festival would serve as a veritable platform for promoting unity, peaceful coexistence, cultural preservation and stronger bonds among the people.
He further emphasised the importance of preserving cultural values and traditions that promote peace, harmony and community development. He also encouraged traditional institutions and community leaders to continue supporting security agencies in maintaining law and order.
In his response, the Olowu of Kuta Kingdom warmly expressed his appreciation to the AIG for honouring the invitation despite his demanding official responsibilities. He described the AIG’s presence as a demonstration of his commitment to fostering cordial relationships between the Police and traditional institutions, as well as strengthening community partnerships towards building a safer society.
