- Safiu Kehinde
Oyo State Government has, on Monday, announced that the coronation of Abimbola Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo would hold on the 5th of April 2025.
The coronation would see Owoade officially begin his reign after being presented instruments of office on the 13th of January by the state governor, Seyi Makinde.
Oyo state’s Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr Ademola Ojo, disclosed the coronation date while inaugurating a 25-man committee for the event.
“The committee has sub-committees to enable it coordinate and plan effectively towards a smooth coronation ceremony,” Ojo said.
The Commissioner who is chairing the coronation committee said members include representatives of the Alaafin palace, Oyo state government and other key stakeholders.
He stated that the coronation ceremony would attract dignitaries from across the country and beyond.
“These include traditional rulers, government officials, and prominent figures from various sectors,” Ojo said.