Today Oba Abimbola Owoade has officially ascended the throne of his fore fathers as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, succeeding the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, marking a another chapter in the rich history of the ancient Yoruba kingdom. The coronation took place on Saturday at Oliveth Baptist High School in Oyo, with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and other dignitaries in attendance.
For the safety of all sons and daughter of the kingdom who grace the coronation, A tight security was ensured by the State Government around the city of Ibada. coronation,
Owoade succeeds the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, who reigned for over 50 years and passed to his ancestors on April 22, 2022.
The colorful event ceremony attracted crowd of traditional rulers, government officials, and well-wishers from across the country.
Among prominent figures present were Oyo state Governor, SeyiMakinde; the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin; the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Olaoye; the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi; and the Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams.
Residents of Oyo trooped in large numbers to witness the occasion, chanting praises and paying homage to their new king. With the coronation of Oba Owoade, the people of Oyo have ushered in a new era of leadership and cultural pride.