The Alaafin of Oyo-elect, Oba Abimbola Owoade I, has ordered the immediate dissolution of an unauthorised coronation committee allegedly set up by a group of individuals without his approval. In a strongly worded statement released on Wednesday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, the monarch warned that any further meetings or activities related to the … Read more
Preparations are underway for the commencement of the traditional rites of installation for the new Alaafin of Oyo, Abimbola Owoade, following his recent presentation with the Instrument of Office by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. A palace source revealed to Nigerian Tribune on Friday that the traditional rites, which are integral to the coronation process, … Read more
The Head of Oyo Princes, Chief Mukaila Afonja, has clarified that Prince Abimbola Owoade, the Alaafin-elect, is yet to begin the traditional seclusion rites required before his formal installation as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. Speaking during a telephone interview with Vanguard on Thursday, Afonja assured that the seclusion rites would commence as soon as … Read more
The ancient town of Oyo in Oyo State is set to witness a historic moment as Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade will officially be crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Friday, April 4, 2025. Henzodaily gathered that the much-anticipated event will cement Oba Owoade’s position as the custodian of the rich cultural heritage of the … Read more
Princes from nine royal families in Oyo, collectively known as the Atiba 9, have rejected the appointment of Abimbola Owoade as the Alaafin of Oyo, describing it as a breach of tradition and the rule of law. Henzodaily had earlier reported that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde presented the staff of office to Owoade, the Alaafin-designate, … Read more
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde disclosed that he met the newly appointed Alaafin of Oyo, Abimbola Owoade, for the first time on Sunday, January 12, 2025. This revelation came on Monday, when the staff of the office and certificate of recognition were presented to the monarch at the Oyo State Government House in Ibadan. Governor Makinde, … Read more
The Oyo State Government, under Governor Seyi Makinde, is standing firm on its decision to appoint Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo, amid opposition from the traditional kingmakers of the ancient Oyo kingdom. Henzodaily recalls that Governor Makinde announced on Friday that Owoade would be the new Alaafin following the death of … Read more
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has urged the newly appointed Alaafin of Oyo, Prince Abimbola Owoade, to prioritize unity and peace as he ascends the throne of the ancient Oyo kingdom. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Moses Olafare, on Saturday, the Ooni described Owoade’s emergence as a historic moment symbolizing prosperity, … Read more
Kingmakers in Oyo have rejected the appointment of Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin by Governor Seyi Makinde, describing the decision as illegal and a violation of the traditional selection process. In a statement issued on Friday, five kingmakers declared the appointment null and void, insisting that Prince Lukman Gbadegesin remains the legitimate candidate … Read more