NIGERIA (Ondo) – Following the demise of Deji of Akure, Oba Adebiyi Adesida, on December 1, a new regent has been installed yesterday to fill the vacant stool.

The new regent is Princess Adetutu Adesida Ojei, the first daughter of the late Oba Adebiyi Adesida.

Shortly after her installation, Princess Ojei assured all sons and daughters of Akure that she was ready for the big task ahead with the help of God, adding that it was a privilege to step into her father’s shoes.

She, however, promised to continue where her father stopped in his effort to bring development to the Akure town.

“I promise that during my short reign I will bring further development to Akureland. We are all witnesses to what happened during my father’s reign.

“Akureland witnessed unprecedented development and I will, by the special grace of God, do more.

While urging the king-makers to hasten the selection process to enable her continue with her life after the selection and installation of another Deji, She pleaded with the those in charge of selection to seek the face of God on the new oba for the town.