PHOTOS: Alaafin-elect, Prince Owoade receives certificate of appointment, staff of office
The Alaafin-elect, Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has received the Staff of Office and certificate of appointment from the governor of Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde.
Prince Owoade would be the 46th Alaafin-elect, and the presentation of the staff of office signifies his formal ascension to the throne of the Alaafin of Oyo.
The brief but significant ceremony took place on Monday, 13 January, at the State Government House in Agodi, Ibadan.
It was 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 emphasised 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 a dedication to unity.
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 prioritise the kingdom’s development and the welfare of its residents.
