By Ayodele Oni
Amidst controversy, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Friday approved the appointment of Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo.
The announcement was made in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade.
Owoade succeeds Oba Lamidi Adeyemi who joined his ancestors about three years ago.
Oyelade explained that Owoade was chosen after extensive consultations and traditional divinations conducted by the Oyo kingmakers, the Oyomesi.
According to the statement, “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 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.”
Oyelade expressed optimism that the reign of the new Alaafin would usher in peace, unity, and prosperity for the Oyo Kingdom.
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