The Owoade-Agunloye royal family in Oyo transformed into a vibrant celebration on Friday, as Governor Seyi Makinde officially endorsed Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo.
The endorsement was on the recommendation of the Oyomesi, the traditional kingmakers of the Oyo Kingdom, marking a significant moment in the town's history, following two years of waiting after the demise of the Oba Lamidi Adeyemi.
In a statement delivered by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, the governor confirmed that Owoade's selection came after extensive consultations and traditional divinations.
"Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade, after thorough consultations and divinations, has been recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by Governor Seyi Makinde as the new Alaafin of Oyo," Oyelade stated.
In a remark, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Ademola Ojo, emphasised that the decision would resolve the socio-legal disputes that ensued following the death of the former Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, on April 22, 2022.
"This decision has put to rest all the socio-legal controversies that have arisen since the transition of the late Oba Adeyemi. We urge the people of Oyo State to support the new Alaafin and join the government in celebrating this historic moment," Ojo urged.
Prince Owoade, a distinguished Nigerian-Canadian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and project management expert, hails from the respected Owoade-Agunloye royal family in Oyo town. As a descendant of Aremo Aderounmu Iyanda Owoade, he brings a wealth of heritage and experience to his new role.
His academic journey is marked by excellence; he completed his secondary education at Baptist High School in Saki, Oyo State, in 1992. He then pursued a career in engineering, acquiring both a National Diploma and a Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, and The Polytechnic, Ibadan, respectively.
Furthering his education in the United Kingdom, Owoade earned a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Sunderland and Northumbria University. He also obtained a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2015.
Throughout his career, Owoade has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities and steadfastness. He has held various positions, including Planning Engineer at Oil Reach Company in Glasgow and currently serving as a Project Coordinator at Manitoba Hydro in Canada.
His visionary leadership is underscored by a commitment to community development and philanthropy, earning him respect and recognition among his peers.
As the newly appointed Alaafin of Oyo, Prince Akeem Owoade is expected to usher in a new era of peace, unity, and prosperity for the Oyo Kingdom. His global experience and dedication to preserving and promoting Yoruba culture and traditions position him as a just and fair leader.
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