It was honours and encomiums galore for the Titan of Yorubaland, His Imperial Majesty, the Alaafin and Paramount Ruler of Oyo Kingdom, Oba Engineer Abimbola Akeem Owoade 1, today in Ibadan ,Oyo State Capital , as elated residents could not hold back their support and love for the Paramount Ruler.
Alaafin' was in the State capital door the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Adewolu Ladoja.
The happy - looking residents, including the praise chanters, on sighting the motorcade of the Alaafin moved closer and continuously roared "" Iku Baba Yeye, Olori gbogbo Oba Ile Yoruba'", amid panegyric by the praise chanters.
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| Alaafin & Olugbo |
Findings revealed that the residents , both young and old have been closely monitoring the activities of Oba Owoade since ascended the throne of his forefathers and we're of the conviction that the Alaafin has truly
established a successful brand as ""a Builder of strong bridges of
understanding and brotherhood, not only aiming traditional rulers in Yorubaland, but across the country.
Another testimony to Alaafin's legacy, according to some residents was that the
quintessential Monarch has consistently used his exalted position to
send to Nigerians, irrespective of religious, or ethnic backgrounds that with him, leadership of oneness and true friendship with others remain his fulcrum.
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| Alaafin & Sultan |
" The hard earned reputation of this detribalised Monarch, the Alaafin, as an
inspirational, strong and visionary leader; a relentless bridge builder and a missionary for hope and his constant message of peace, love and harmony have endeared him to the hearts of many Nigerians. That is what we are telling the world today"", some of the residents confided .
Others spoke about Oba Owoade's stylish in appearance, saying "" he is an handsome man with grace and elegance".
"" Honestly, he is Royal Father who is pleasingly ingenious and simple. His natural elegance and complement always amaze us. Who will see him ( Alaafin) and not admire, love or envy him"", they asserted.
Bode Durojaiye,
Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafin, Paramount Ruler of Oyo Kingdom and the Superior Head of Yorubaland.
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