Prince Abimbola Owoade has emerged the new Alaafin of Oyo.
Prince Abimbola Owoade has emerged the new Alaafin of Oyo. His emergence followed the approval by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.
The announcement to this effect was made in a statement on Friday by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade.
Oyelade stated that Owoade was chosen after extensive consultations and traditional divinations conducted by the Oyo kingmakers, the Oyomesi.
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“Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade, after thorough consultations and divinations, has been recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by Governor Seyi Makinde as the new Alaafin of Oyo,” the statement read.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ademola Ojo, in his remarks, said the announcement ends the legal and social disputes that followed the passing of the former Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, who died on April 22, 2022.
“This decision has put to rest all the socio-legal controversies that have arisen since the transition of the late Oba Adeyemi. We urge the people of Oyo State to support the new Alaafin and join the government in celebrating this historic moment,” Ojo said.
“We pray that his reign brings progress and harmony to the people of Oyo and strengthens the historic legacy of the Alaafin institution,” he added.
Residents of Oyo State have been called upon to rally behind the new monarch as he begins his reign over the ancient kingdom.
