Oba Babatunde Saliu, The Oloworo of Oworonshoki Kingdom
In the spirit of unity, cultural pride, and spiritual reflection, His Royal Majesty, Oba Babatunde Saliu Oloworo, the revered traditional ruler of the Oworonshoki Kingdom, extends his royal greetings and heartfelt felicitations to all sons and daughters of the Yoruba race—both at home and in the diaspora—as we gather to celebrate Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day across Lagos State.
Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day, a sacred annual celebration, is a time dedicated to honoring the rich spiritual heritage, traditions, and ancestral values of the Yoruba people. Rooted in the core of our identity, Ìṣẹ̀ṣe—meaning “Tradition”—is not merely a religious observance, but a collective reaffirmation of who we are, where we come from, and the sacred customs passed down by our forebears.
His Royal Majesty, Oba Babatunde Saliu Oloworo, in his wisdom and custodianship of culture, emphasizes the importance of preserving the Ìṣẹ̀ṣe heritage for future generations. He recognizes the role of traditional institutions in sustaining moral values, promoting peaceful coexistence, and nurturing spiritual balance in our communities.
As Lagos State leads in embracing religious and cultural diversity, the celebration of Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day stands as a symbol of inclusiveness, tolerance, and respect for indigenous beliefs. The Oba calls on all Yoruba descendants to uphold the sanctity of our customs, promote the dignity of the traditional faith, and pass on the torch of cultural enlightenment to the younger generation.
His Majesty also commends the efforts of the Lagos State Government for officially recognizing Ìṣẹ̀ṣe Day as a public holiday, thereby affirming the importance of cultural pluralism and indigenous spirituality in the development of our society.
In conclusion, His Royal Majesty prays for peace, progress, and unity within the Oworonshoki Kingdom, Lagos State, and the entire Yoruba nation. May the ancestors continue to guide and protect us all.