On 1st February, 2026, history will gently but firmly carve a new chapter into the living soul of Molete. Beneath the ancient roof of the palace—where tradition breathes and destiny listen the Alayeluwa of Molete, HRM Oba Onileayo Adewale Akande”,”traditional ruler of Molete, will bestow a chieftaincy title that speaks not only to honor, but to purpose.
On that day, Alhaji Dr. Adewale Mutiu Badmus,”Nigerian business leader ,Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Al-Hatyq Travels and Tours, will be conferred with the revered title of Otunba —a recognition reserved for men whose lives are testimonies, whose footsteps leave pathways for others to follow.
This honor is not born of chance. It is the reward of years spent choosing integrity over shortcuts, service over noise, and impact over applause. From humble beginnings to remarkable heights, Alhaji Dr.Mutiu Badmus has walked his journey with quiet strength and uncommon discipline, proving that success and character can indeed travel the same road.
As a pacesetter in enterprise, he has redefined what it means to lead with vision. As a community man, he has shown that true wealth is measured not by what one accumulates, but by what one gives back. His commitment to the development of Molete and its people—through empowerment, mentorship, and consistent goodwill—has made him an enduring symbol of hope. For the youth who watch and wonder if honest effort still pays, his life answers clearly: yes, it does.
The conferment of the Otunba of Molete title is therefore more than a royal ceremony; it is a mirror held up to society, reflecting the values worth celebrating. It is a message to the younger generation that excellence is visible, that service is rewarded, and that good exemplary living never goes unnoticed.
As royal drums roll and prayers rise within the palace walls, Molete will not only be honoring a man—it will be affirming a legacy. A legacy of hard work, humility, faith, and unwavering commitment to community.
In Alhaji Dr. Adewale Mutiu Badmus, Molete celebrates an icon of hope.In the title of Otunba of Molete Land, history finds a deserving bearer.
