Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the appointment of Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo, following a recommendation by the Oyomesi, the traditional kingmakers of Oyo Kingdom.
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The announcement was made on Friday by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade. According to Oyelade, the appointment came after extensive consultations and adherence to traditional divinations.
“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,” Oyelade stated.
Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ademola Ojo, highlighted that the appointment resolves disputes that arose following the death of the former Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, 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.
The government expressed optimism that the reign of Prince Abimbola Owoade would foster peace, unity, and prosperity in the Oyo Kingdom.
