Following the passing of the late High Chief Jomu of Araromi-Obu Kingdom, Akinyemi Akinmadelo, in 2025, the Ajobu of Araromi-Obu, Oba Aderemi Adelola, has officially installed High Chief Adedotun Akinro as the new Jomu of Araromi-Obu — a revered chieftaincy title in Araromi-Obu, Peak Newspaper reports.
The Jomu of Araromi Obu Kingdom is a highly prestigious, third-in-command chieftaincy title, ranking immediately after the Lisa in the Ajobu-in-Council.
As one of the top senior High Chiefs, the Jomu holds significant traditional, ritual, and administrative roles in the Araromi-Obu Kingdom’s.
The installation ceremony, held at the Ajobu’s palace on Saturday, was marked by cultural rites and royal blessings, symbolizing continuity in the traditional leadership structure of the community.
In his remarks during the ceremony, Oba Aderemi congratulated High Akinro on his emergence, describing the honour as a reflection of his unwavering commitment and meaningful contributions to the unity, growth, and development of Araromi-Obu.
“The conferment of this title is not only a recognition of your past service but also a call to greater responsibility in the service of our people,” the monarch stated.
The royal father charged the newly installed Jomu to uphold the values of integrity, loyalty, and dedication to community progress, while also serving as a bridge between tradition and modern development.
In his response, the new Jomu, High Chief Adedotun Akinro, expressed profound gratitude to the monarch for the confidence reposed in him. He pledged his loyalty to the throne and commitment to supporting initiatives that would foster peace, cultural preservation, and sustainable development in Araromi-Obu.
