Alaafin calls for peace, unity ahead of coronation

By Adejayan Gbenga in Oyo

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, on Friday called for unity and moderation ahead of his coronation, which is slated for tomorrow, 5th April 2025.

He emphasized that promoting vendetta, persecution, and acrimony would bring no good to the community.

This was stated in a release issued by the Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafin, Bode Durojaiye, and obtained by Western Post on Friday.

The statement read, “Oba Owoade urges the people to celebrate with moderation. Beating the drums of vendetta, persecution, and acrimony brings no good.

“Promoting peace and communal unity is the collective responsibility of every indigene of the ancient town.

“Peace and unity are crucial for community development. Peace is a fundamental asset for personal growth, community development, and the creation of robust institutions.

“Peace fosters an enabling environment for human capital development and infrastructural growth. Now is the time to build strong, sustainable, and effective communal unity.

“As individuals, let us promote peace within our town and surroundings by encouraging positive relationships.”