Controversial Alaafin Succession Finally Settled With Makinde’s Appointment

Controversial Alaafin Succession Finally Settled With Makinde’s Appointment

Governor Seyi Makinde has officially appointed Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo, following a complex selection process that has sparked controversy and legal battles. In a statement released on January 10, 2025, by the Commissioner..Controversial Alaafin Succession Finally Settled With Makinde’s Appointment

for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, it was revealed that Mr. Owoade was chosen after extensive consultations and traditional divinations carried out by the Oyomesi, the revered kingmakers of Oyo.

The late Alaafin Lamidi Adeyemi passed away in April 2022, leaving the throne vacant. Since then, tensions have escalated between the state government and the Oyomesi, with disagreements over the selection process. The court had intervened in 2023 to address these disputes, making the recent announcement even more significant.

The appointment of Abimbola Owoade marks a crucial step towards resolving the contentious issue, although the long-standing disputes surrounding the Alaafin’s succession may not yet be fully settled.

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