‎Despite Alaafin’s Resistance: Governor Makinde Elevates Alago-oja, 13 Other Oyo High Chiefs to Crown Wearing Obas, Presents Them Instruments of Office

‎Despite Alaafin’s Resistance: Governor Makinde Elevates Alago-oja, 13 Other Oyo High Chiefs to Crown Wearing Obas, Presents Them Instruments of Office
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‎Oyo State Governor, engineer Seyi Makinde has elevated 14 high chiefs and Baales in Oyo town to the status of crown wearing Obas, formally presenting them with instruments of office.
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‎The coronation ceremony held on Friday, February 13 at Oliveth Baptist High School, Oyo.
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‎The colourful ceremony witnessed the presence of traditional rulers, political leaders, senior government officials and traditional and cultural stakeholders from across the state.
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‎Speaking on behalf of the Governor, the Deputy Governor, Barrister Adebayo Lawal, said the elevation of the chiefs underscored the administration’s commitment to strengthening traditional institutions and promoting peace and development at the grassroots.
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‎He congratulated the newly crowned monarchs, noting that their ascension to the status of crown wearing Obas was both a recognition of their leadership and a reaffirmation of the enduring relevance of traditional institutions in governance, peacebuilding and grassroots community development.
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‎He urged the monarchs to uphold integrity, fairness and service to their people, stressing that their reigns should be characterized by peace, inclusiveness and support for government programmes aimed at improving citizens’ welfare in their domains.
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‎Earlier in his welcome address, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Otunba Ademola Ojo, described the event as historic and culturally significant, saying it represented not just the installation of royal fathers but a reaffirmation of Oyo’s rich heritage and enduring traditions.
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‎Recall that the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, had approached the Supreme Court seeking an order to restrain the Oyo State Government from crowning the high chiefs under him.