Ọba Otenibotemole II was born in to the Osolo family of the Okewaye Ruling House, one of the four ruling house in Ado-Odo. His father, Musiliu Olatunji Lamidi, served as an Assistant Commissioner of Police until his death in April 1998 and was descended from Oba Asade Awope Otenibotemole (1884–1913).[2] His mother, Alhaja Azeezat Omolola Lamidi (Nee Agbogunlori) holds the positions of Otun Iyaloja and Otun Iya Adinni of Ado-Odo.[citation needed]
Selection and coronation
In a bid to determine the rightful heir to the position of Olofin Adimula Oodua, Olofin Olusola Osolo was nominated among other 14 indigenes from the Okewaye ruling house of Ado-Odo who were also heirs to the throne. The Ogun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, in conjunction with the Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, orchestrated an election on Friday, February 9, 2024 The election was conducted in accordance with legal provisions, aimed at ensuring a fair and transparent process.[3][4] He gained the majority of votes cast. He received his oath of office on March 30, 2024.[5]
The Ogun State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs presenting staff of office to Ọba Olusola as the Oba of Ado
Personal life
He is married to Olori Taheebat Omotolani Osolo, and they have three children.[citation needed] He is recognized as a sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for youth development. He participated at the Ileya football novelty match, tagged "Ado Odo Legends," organized by the youths of Ado Odo in 2023 at the football pitch.[6]
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