Sanwo-Olu congratulates new Alaafin of Oyo, wishes him successful reign

By Adeola Ogunrinde

Lagos State Governor and Chairman of the South-West Governors Forum, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba AbdulAkeem Abimbola Owoade.

In a congratulatory message issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu wished the 46th Alaafin of Oyo success on the throne of his forefathers.

He also congratulated the sons and daughters of Oyo, both at home and in the diaspora, on the coronation of Oba Owoade. He urged them to work together with the traditional ruler for the growth and development of the Oyo kingdom.

Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized that the Alaafin of Oyo’s stool is a symbol of cultural pride and the enduring legacy of one of the most powerful empires in Africa. He therefore implored Oba Owoade to continuously uphold the dignity of the throne.

The Governor further appealed to the new Alaafin of Oyo to promote Yoruba culture, tradition, history, norms, values, and aspirations, just as his predecessors have done.

He said, “On behalf of my family, the government, and the people of Lagos State, I congratulate Oba AbdulAkeem Abimbola Owoade on his coronation as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo.

“The people of the ancient Oyo kingdom are fortunate to have a successful technocrat and seasoned administrator like Oba Akeem Owoade as their paramount ruler.

“As Oba Owoade ascends the throne of his forefathers, I pray that God will bestow upon him good health, strength, wisdom, knowledge, and understanding for a peaceful reign in Oyo kingdom and Yorubaland in general.”