By Seyi Babalola
Oba Abimbola Owoade has been named the 46th Alaafin of Oyo.
He replaces Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, who died on April 22, 2022, at the age of 83
Oba Owoade was presented with the staff of office and instrument of office on Monday, January 13, at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, the state capital.
He completed the compulsory 21-day traditional rites known as Oro Ipebi last Saturday, March 29.
Today’s coronation event held at Oliveth Baptist High School in Oyo.
Governor Seyi Makinde led a host of dignitaries, including notable Nigerians. They include the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin; the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye.