Oyo Governor approves Akeem Owoade as new Alaafin of Oyo, explains reason
By KEMI KASUMU
The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Oluseyi Makinde, has approved Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo.
A statement by the Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, said Prince Dotun Oyelade was recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by Governor Makinde, after thorough consultations and divinations.
According to the Commissioner, a statement to this effect has been issued by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ademola Ojo, who said that the announcement has put to rest all the social and legal bickerings that have ensued since the demise of Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III on April 22, 2022.
Ojo called on all citizens of Oyo State to join the government in celebrating this momentus occasion and lend their support to the new Alaafin of Oyo.
The commissioner prayed that his reign will bring peace, prosperity and unity to the historic Oyo Kingdom.
