By Taofik Afolabi 
It was a moment of glamour, pride, and cultural celebration as Nigerian-American based musician, Adeola Alhazzan , popularly known as Mr. Somebody or Yinka Rythmz, was conferred with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Bobadara of Ipokia Kingdom in Ogun State. The epoch making event was held yesterday, Friday at District Primary School, Ipokia. The wide gathering event was also the 5th year coronation ceremony of Onipokia of Ipokia, Oba Yisa Olusola Olaniyan.
The colourful ceremony, which attracted traditional rulers like Alaafin Oyo, Timi of Ede, Olu of Ilaro, dignitaries, entertainers, and fans alike, also saw his beautiful wife, Dr. Ugonna Hassan Adeola, bestowed with the title of Yeye Bobadara of Ipokia, cementing their place as one of the most admired power couples in the entertainment and professional space.
Yinka Rythmz, who has been away from Nigeria for close three decades, has built a solid reputation in the United States as a cultural ambassador and music icon. Known for blending Afro-fusion with soulful rhythms, his works have earned him several awards, accolades, and an enduring fan base across the globe.
His return home for this historic honour was nothing short of a grand homecoming. The streets of Ipokia buzzed with excitement as the community welcomed him with open arms. The conferment signifies not only recognition of his achievements abroad but also his continuous contributions to promoting Nigerian culture on the international stage.
Speaking at the ceremony, Yinka Rythmz expressed heartfelt gratitude to Onipokia and the people of Ipokia for the honour bestowed on him and his beautiful wife.
He said “This is a blessing and a responsibility. being honoured as Bobadara of Ipokia is a call to service, and I will continue to use my music, my influence, and my resources to uplift my people and showcase our culture to the world,” he said.
Dr. Ugonna, his wife, who combines her career as a medical doctor with her supportive role in her husband’s music journey, also described the chieftaincy title as a privilege.
“Becoming Yeye Bobadara of Ipokia is more than a title; it is a lifetime duty to stand beside my husband and serve our people,” she noted.
The event featured thrilling performances, cultural displays, and tributes from friends and colleagues in the entertainment industry. With this new chapter, Yinka Rythmz and his wife join the ranks of distinguished personalities carrying the Ipokia heritage with pride and honour.
For fans and well-wishers, the conferment of these titles marks not only recognition of past achievements but also the beginning of greater contributions from the Bobadara and Yeye Bobadara of Ipokia.
The colourful event was achored by famous broadcaster, Ambassador Dr Yomi Mate Ifankaleluyah and Alhaji Bashir Adisa Babagboin.