The wait is over. The ancient Oyo kingdom now has her new Alaafin. He is Prince Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade who succeeds the revered late Alaafin, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III who joined his ancestors on the 22nd of April 2022.
The accession of Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade into the exalted throne comes through the approval of the Governor of Oyo state, Gov. Seyi Makinde. This was communicated to the public today Friday 10th January 2025 through the Oyo State Commissioner of Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade.
The press release of Dotun Oyelade stated that Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade, after thorough consultations and divinations, has been recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by the Governor of Oyo State.
The press release also added that the official statement issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ademola Ojo puts to rest all socio-legal disputes that have ensued in the past two years.
Hon. Ademola Ojo called on all citizens of Oyo State to join the Government in celebrating this momentous occasion and to lend their support to the new Alaafin of Oyo. He also prayed that the reign of Prince Abimbola Owoade would bring peace, prosperity, and unity to the historic Oyo Kingdom.