The Oloro of Oro Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Alaafin of Oyo-elect, Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade, and the entire people of Oyo Kingdom on the prince’s ascension to the revered throne of his forefathers.
In a personally signed statement released over the weekend, Oba Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II expressed profound satisfaction with the selection and approval of Prince Owoade as the new Alaafin, describing the development as a divinely orchestrated event that marks the dawn of a new era in Yoruba traditional leadership.
While commending Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde and the kingmakers for conducting a seamless and transparent selection process, Oba Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II noted that the new Alaafin, being a well-traveled and highly connected individual, possesses the requisite wisdom, vision, and determination to uphold and strengthen the historic legacy of the Alaafin stool.
Reflecting on their shared royal ties and mutual commitment to the preservation of Yoruba heritage, Oba Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II expressed confidence that Prince Owoade’s reign would usher in a prosperous chapter for the Oyo Kingdom.
He emphasized the new monarch’s ability to sustain and build upon the legacies of his predecessors while championing the unity and cultural pride of the Yoruba people.
The Oloro of Oro prayed for a harmonious and fruitful reign, expressing optimism that the new Alaafin’s leadership would foster unity, peace, and progress not only within the Oyo Kingdom but across all Yoruba-speaking communities.
He further urged the people of Oyo State and the entire Yoruba nation to rally around the new Alaafin, offering their unwavering support to ensure the consolidation of peace, development, and cultural pride under his reign.
With prayers for wisdom, strength, and divine guidance, the Oloro of Oro Kingdom affirmed his commitment to working closely with the new Alaafin to further the cause of Yoruba unity, culture, and development.
