Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has officially presented the staff and certificate of office to the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade.
The presentation signals the formal ascension of the new monarch to the revered throne of Alaafin of Oyo.
Governor Makinde made the presentations in a brief ceremony held at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan on Monday, January 13.
The governor highlighted the traditional importance of the Alaafin of Oyo, not just as a traditional ruler but custodian of rich history and tradition.
He expressed the belief that Oba Owoade will lead with wisdom, integrity, and a commitment to the unity of the Oyo kingdom.
For his part, the new Alaafin expressed gratitude to the people of Oyo and pledged to prioritise the development of the kingdom and the welfare of its residents.
Oba Owoade succeeds the late occupant of the throne, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III who reigned for 51 years before joining his ancestors.
Oyo State government announced the appointment of Prince Owoade as the Alaafin of Oyo on Friday.
