List Of Dignitaries At New Alaafin Of Oyo’s Coronation

List Of Dignitaries At New Alaafin Of Oyo’s Coronation.
Ceremony attended by dignitaries, including Governor Seyi Makinde, royal fathers.
Oyo town celebrates with vibrant display of tradition and culture.

Oba Abimbola Owoade was officially crowned as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in a historic ceremony held at Oliveth Baptist High School, Oyo town.

The coronation, steeped in the rich culture and traditions of the ancient Oyo kingdom, was attended by a host of dignitaries, with Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, leading the presentation of the new monarch to the people of Oyo and the wider world.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the grand occasion attracted a distinguished list of guests, including President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu; former Deputy Governor, Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja; Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Debo Ogundoyin; and Senator Yunus Akintunde, who represents Oyo South.

Prominent royal fathers were also in attendance, among them the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye; and the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi. Their presence underscored the significance of the event within the Yoruba traditional institution.

The atmosphere at Oliveth Baptist High School was electric, as sons and daughters of Oyo town gathered in large numbers to celebrate the ascension of their new monarch. The event was a vibrant display of Yoruba cultural heritage, featuring traditional music, dances, and rites that emphasized the historical importance of the Alaafin stool.

Oba Owoade’s coronation marks a new chapter in the illustrious history of Oyo, a town renowned for its deep-rooted monarchical traditions and influence in Yoruba history.

The ceremony ended on a note of unity and pride, with traditional rulers, political leaders, and the people of Oyo pledging support for the new Alaafin as he begins his reign.