By Feranmi Potoki
This year’s most engaging moment occurred when pictures of the NG clearing Limited’s managing director, farooq oreagba and senator Saliu mustapha, went viral on social media.
Farooq oreagba gained a nickname ‘King of steeze’ for his distinctive appearance, showcasing a big tobacco cigarette in his mouth, tattooed arms, a black sun shade, while riding on a horse.
However, Turaki of ilorin Emirate, senator Saliu Mustapha, member of the senate of Nigeria was also at the Durbar festival in ilorin, making a spectacular entrance just as oreagba was causing stir at ijebu Ojude oba.
Senator saliu mustapha rode his horse like a king while wearing a traditional Islamic turban, giving his fans a great pleasure as they were overcome with excitement at his resolute entrance at the festival.
Senator Mustapha wrote in his message of gratitude on X (twitter), “Yesterday, I had the honour of joining His Royal Highness, the Emir of Ilorin, Dr Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, the sons and daughters of the Ilorin Emirate at the 2024 Ilorin Durbar. This annual event is an avenue for the Ilorin community, both at home and in the diaspora, to come together to celebrate and showcase our rich cultural values.
He added, “The Ilorin Durbar is more than just a festival, It symbolises our unity, pride and enduring cultural heritage. Participating in this grand occasion filled me with pride in our shared traditions.
“I wish guests and visitors who honoured our invitation a safe journey back to their respective destinations. I also commend the Durbar Committee, which is under the leadership of Engr. Sulieman Yahaya Alapansanpa, Danmasani of Ilorin, for organising a cultural experience reflecting our rich traditions.”