The Erelu Okin of Orile Kemta, Pearl Chidinma Ogbolu, the organiser of the party where petrol was given out as souvenir in Lagos, has spoken on the controversy.
Kegs of fuel bearing ‘Erelu Okin Foundation Installation Party’ stickers were shared at the ceremony.
Popular Fuji artiste, Malaika performed at the high-profile ceremony attended by many socialites.
Ogbolu, in an Instagram post, apologized for the “momentarily indiscretion of bringing fuel into the hall”.
The Erelu explained that the intention was to show appreciation to guests “for turning up at my event at these hard times”.
“I have paused to reflect and truly apologise and I thank you all for your understanding and criticisms”, she wrote.
WITHIN NIGERIA had reported that the Lagos government sealed Havilah Events Centre in Oniru for contravening public safety rules.
A joint team of the Lagos Safety Commission and the Police Rapid Response Squad (RRS) carried out the operation.
Commissioner of Police, Abiodun Alabi has ordered the arrest of all culprits involved.