Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially presented the Staff of Office and certificate of appointment to the 46th Alaafin-elect, Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade, signifying his formal ascension to the throne of the Alaafin of Oyo.
The brief but significant ceremony took place on Monday – today, January 13 – at the State Government House in Agodi, Ibadan, attended by dignitaries, traditional rulers, government officials, and enthusiastic indigenes of Oyo, who gathered to witness the historic moment.
During the presentation, Governor Makinde described the Alaafin-elect as a visionary leader committed to preserving the rich cultural and historical heritage of the Oyo Kingdom.
He emphasized the importance of the Alaafin’s role as not only a traditional ruler but also a custodian of the kingdom’s legacy, expressing confidence in Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade’s ability to lead with wisdom, integrity and dedication of the unity of the kingdom and Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole.
Prince Owoade succeeds the late Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, whose reign spanned an impressive five decades.
In his acceptance speech, the new Alaafin expressed gratitude to the people of Oyo for their trust and support, pledging to prioritize the kingdom’s development and the welfare of its residents.
Governor MAKINDE presenting the staff of office to the new Alaafin, Oba ABIMBOLA OWOADE at Government House, Agodi, Ibadan.
