The Alaafin of Oyo has been replaced by Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade. After Governor Seyi Makinde gave his approval, Owoade emerged. Read full article
According to a statement signed by Prince Dotun Oyelade, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade has been proposed by the Oyomesi and accepted by the Governor of Oyo State following extensive deliberations and divinations.
The Honorable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ademola Ojo, has released a statement to this effect, according to the Commissioner, stating that the announcement has resolved all socio-legal disputes that have arisen since His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, passed away on April 22, 2022.
Hon. Ademola Ojo urged all Oyo State residents to support the new Alaafin of Oyo and join the government in commemorating this historic occasion.
The Commissioner hoped that his reign would bring peace, prosperity, and unity to the ancient Oyo Kingdom.