Tag: Alaafin of Oyo
Alaafin blasts Terror threats against Kwara communities
The Alaafin said the threats represent not only a menace to specific communities but a direct affront to the authority…
Ajadi visits Alaafin of Oyo, receives blessing for 2027 governorship bid
Amb. Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a leading governorship aspirant in Oyo State, on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the historic…
Alaafin speaks on appointing new Oyo Chief Imam
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has dismissed reports that a new Chief Imam has been appointed in…
48-hour ultimatum: Why Ooni will not bow to Alaafin’s threats
A fresh royal storm is brewing in Yorubaland as the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, and the Ooni…
UNESCO endorses Sango Festival as world heritage
The recognition by UNESCO firmly places Sango’s rich heritage on the world stage and underscores its importance as a shared…
Makinde congratulates Alaafin on 50th birthday, says his reign will bring a golden era to Oyo
His wisdom, humility, and dedication to the people are qualities that will continue to strengthen the traditional institution and inspire…
Yoruba race specially blessed with unique culture, traditions – Alaafin
While pledging his commitment to the global promotion of Yoruba heritage, the Alaafin expressed his willingness to collaborate with OYASI…
No supremacy battle between Alaafin, Ooni says Olugbon
The Olugbon said he had heard a lot of things after the Alaafin’s coronation, “but I will tell you one…
Oyo Imam not subservient to Alaafin, Muslim group claims
Akintola said it was an act of impunity for Makinde to approve Owoade's appointment since there was still a case…
Why appointment of Owoade as new Alaafin cannot stand – Oyo kingmakers
The five kingmakers - Bashorun of Oyo, High Chief Yusuf Layinka; the Lagunna of Oyo, High Chief Wakeel Oyedepo, and…
Abimbola Owoade emerges new Alaafin of Oyo
In an announcement of the appointment of the new king, Oyo Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, said Abimbola…
Oyo kingmakers kick against new Alaafin nominee
In a statement circulated on Monday, the kingmakers said they are still waiting for Gov. Makinde to approve their nominee,…
Olori Memunat Omowumi misses Alaafin; pens emotional note
Olori Omoh penned down a melancholic tribute to her late husband, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, while expressing how lonely it felt…
Installation of Gbajabiamila as Aare Baasofin of Yorubaland reinstated
Oyomesi noted that the installation of Gbajabiamila as Baasofin of Yoruba land will be fulfilled by the chiefs and the…
Makinde speaks on death of 3 top Oyo Obas under his govt.
Makinde said that he had been receiving several calls from notable Nigerians since the departure of Oba Adeyemi, indicating that…
Traditional worshippers protest open display of Alaafin of Oyo’s corpse
Traditional Worshippers Association of Nigeria, Oyo State branch has condemned the open display of the corpse of the late Alaafin…
What Alaafin promised me before his death: Ooni of Ife
Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II said the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III promised…
Bees attack mourners at Alaafin’s palace
Bees attacked some of the mourners who thronged the Oyo Palace to mourn the death of the Alaafin of Oyo,…
Yahaya Bello expresses deep sadness over Alaafin’s death
Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has expressed deep sadness over the death of the highly revered Alaafin of Oyo, late…
Oba Adeyemi to be buried today, uneasy calm at palace
There was uneasy calm at the palace, as many people seen around the palace were in a mournful mood over…
Alaafin celebrates daughter’s First Class success with car gift
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III has gifted one of his daughters, Princess Zainab Adebunmi Adeyemi a…
I was misled to leave Alaafin’s palace – Olori Damilola
Damilola claimed she fled the palace after being imprisoned in a cell for breaking a palace regulation.
Lizzy Anjorin surprises Alaafin of Oyo on birthday
The actress was once rumoured to be in a romantic affair with the monarch, a claim she vehemently denied.
Sen. Orji Kalu congratulates Alaafin of Oyo
The Chief Whip of the Senate, Sen. Orji Kalu, has congratulated the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III…
Fallen wonder tree in Oyo pulls crowd after rising again [Photos]
The century old tree, called Igi Odan, had fallen Monday during a rain storm, killing four persons who had sought…
Alaafin to Nigerians: Don’t listen to secessionist agitators
Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III asks Nigerians not to listen to those calling for secession and disintegration of…
Iyake Lake: Alaafin urges Nigeria grow tourism
The Iyake Festival is aimed at developing Iyake Suspended Lake to meet international standards that would attract tourists globally.
The real reason Alaafin shunned Ooni’s Caucus
Mr Akin Osuntokun, the Coordinator of Ooni’s Caucus, a think tank formed by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi,…
Insecurity: Alaafin sends message to Buhari
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi has urged President Muhammadu Buhari to fix Nigeria’s security challenges.
Nigeria is under a weak system: Alaafin
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III has blasted the Nigerian police for releasing Fulani kidnappers arrested in Oyo…