Tinubu Hosts Alaafin Owoade, Emphasizes Importance of Traditional Rulers in Nigeria’s Dev’t

• President Tinubu congratulated the new Alaafin, expressing joy over his emergence and commitment to preserving Yoruba cultural heritage.
• Tinubu applauded the Oyo traditional council for maintaining stability during the transition following the death of Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III in April 2022.
• Oba Abimbola Abdulhakeem Owoade, reaffirmed the Oyo traditional institution’s support for the Tinubu administration and its national development agenda.

President Bola Tinubu has underscored the significance of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s growth and administration during a reception for Oba Abimbola Abdulhakeem Owoade I, the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the President called for increased cooperation between the government and royal fathers to enact policies that enhance the lives of Nigerians.

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Describing the monarch’s ascension as “the will of God and the heart of the people,” President Tinubu congratulated the new Alaafin, expressing joy over his emergence and commitment to preserving Yoruba cultural heritage.

“Your ascendancy to the throne of your fathers is historic.

“It is the will of God. I commend your humility, foresight, and the grace with which you’ve upheld the values of your people – even from your days abroad,” the President said.

Tinubu applauded the Oyo traditional council for maintaining stability during the transition following the death of Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III in April 2022.

In discussing governance, President Tinubu emphasized the collective responsibility involved in building a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria. He highlighted the significant role of traditional rulers as custodians of values and influential figures in their communities.

“This job is not one you can do alone. Our priority remains education, healthcare, and preserving cultural values. We will continue to work with traditional rulers to implement policies that protect and prosper our people,” Tinubu stated.

During the meeting, President Bola Tinubu acknowledged the valuable contributions of individuals from the Oyo Kingdom within his administration.

He specifically mentioned Ambassador Victor Adeleke, State Chief of Protocol, and Colonel Nurudeen Alowonle Yusuf, his Aide-de-Camp and king-designate of Ilemonaland in Kwara State.

In response, Oba Abimbola Abdulhakeem Owoade I, the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, reaffirmed the Oyo traditional institution’s support for the Tinubu administration and its national development agenda.

“Today, I speak not just as a custodian of culture and tradition, but as a voice for my people.

“Your gracious reception is more than protocol – it reflects your character and enduring respect for tradition,” Alaafin said.

He praised President Tinubu’s political resilience and described him as “an activist, strategist, bridge-builder, and now the nation’s foremost leader.”

Oba Owoade expressed support for the administration’s bold economic reforms and policies on infrastructure, youth empowerment, security, and agriculture. However, he noted that transformation can only be sustained when modern governance works hand-in-hand with traditional wisdom.

“Oyo is ready. The Yoruba are ready. Nigerians are ready. We look to you for a new vision rooted in justice, equity, and inclusive progress,” Alaafin said.

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The monarch also formally sought the President’s collaboration in ensuring that traditional institutions play a more active role in shaping national policy and deepening social cohesion.

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