Fresh Petition Challenges Alaafin Selection Process in Oyo
An emerging petition has challenge Alaafin selection process that produce Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I as the Alaafin of Oyo, citing inconsistency.
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Alaafin absent as Seyi Makinde Named Olubadan First Oyo Obas Council Chair
Oyo inaugurates Council of Obas as Olubadan becomes chairman, while Alaafin is absent.
Alaafin vs Ooni: Yoruba Monarchs Under Spell – Traditionalists
The Traditional Religion Worshippers Association, Osun State, has claimed that the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, may be under a spiritual influence due to their recurring clashes. The association’s president, Oluseyi Atanda, stated that rituals might be needed to restore peace between the two foremost Yoruba … Read more
‘48 Hours My Foot!’ Ooni’s Spokesman replies Alaafin’s Ultimatum
Moses Olafare, spokesperson for the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, says the monarch will not respond to a threat from the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, over the conferment of a title on Ibadan businessman, Dotun Sanusi. The Alaafin had demanded that Ogunwusi reverse the title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland, conferred on Sanusi. … Read more
Alaafin Gives Ooni 48-Hour Ultimatum Over Yorubaland Title Clash
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, demanding the withdrawal of the chieftaincy title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland recently bestowed on businessman Dotun Sanusi, also known as Ilaji. In a statement signed by his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode … Read more
Oba Akeem Owoade Crowned as 46th Alaafin of Oyo
Owoade succeeds the 45th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, who died on April 22, 2022, at the age of 83. The coronation event took place today (Saturday) at Oliveth Baptist High School in Oyo, where Governor Seyi Makinde led a host of dignitaries, including notable Nigerians. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is being represented by … Read more
Oyomesi drags Seyi Makinde to court for Weaponizing OYACA
Kingmakers in Oyo, otherwise known as the Oyomesi, have dragged Governor Seyi Makinde and others to court in a new turn of event. In their allegations, they described as the unlawful use of the Oyo State Anti Corruption Agency(OYACA) to harass and intimidate them, including through threat of arrests. Recall that this platform in multiple … Read more
Alaafin Owoade breaks silence on abandoning Traditional rites as Coronation date fixed
The new Alaafin of Oyo, Akeem Abimbola Owoade, has clarified that he has not disregarded any traditional rituals necessary for his coronation as the king of the historic city. Recall, On January 13th, Governor Seyi Makinde officially appointed Owoade as the King by presenting him with the staff of office and a certificate of appointment. … Read more
Alaafin Owoade Puts Traditional Rites on Hold, Returns to Canada
Even after ten days since being officially appointed and receiving the symbols of office from Governor Seyi Makinde, the newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has not commenced the customary month-long rituals leading up to his coronation. During the January 13 presentation to Owoade, at the Oyo Governor’s Office, State Secretariat, Ibadan, Governor … Read more
Seyi Makinde vow to Prosecute Oyomesi involved in alleged ’15M bribe offered for Alaafin Stool’
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has promised to hold accountable any traditional chiefs or kingmakers involved in bribery during the selection of the Alaafin, a key figure in the state’s traditional institution. The Governor’s statement came after allegations that a candidate vying for the Alaafin throne had offered N15 million to certain chiefs. Makinde … Read more