Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade has been officially approved as the new Alaafin of Oyo by Governor Seyi Makinde, marking a significant moment in the history of the ancient Oyo Kingdom. Dotun Oyelade, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, confirmed the development in a statement, noting that Prince Owoade’s selection followed extensive consultations and traditional divinations by the Oyomesi, the Kingmakers of Oyo. The Governor’s endorsement affirms the Oyomesi’s recommendation, concluding the process to fill the throne left vacant since the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, on April 22, 2022. Hon. Ademola Ojo, the Commissioner for…
Author: Aderogba Dauda
The Chief Magistrate’s Court in Iyaganku, Ibadan, on Tuesday, ordered the remand of three individuals, including Naomi Silekunola, the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, over their alleged involvement in a tragic stampede during a Christmas funfair at Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan. The incident, which occurred last week, resulted in the deaths of 35 children and injuries to six others. Also remanded were Oriyomi Hamzat, CEO of Agidigbo FM, and Abdullahi Fasasi, Principal of Islamic High School. Presided over by Chief Magistrate Olabisi Ogunkanmi, the court issued the remand order after the suspects were arraigned amidst tight security.…
Like every lover of Yoruba traditional music, language, and culture, I have recently been inundated with requests to lend a voice to the newest raging fire in the Fuji music genre. Since the passage of Alhaji Sikiru Ayinde Balogun, popularly known as Ayinde Barrister or Agbajelola Barusati, there have been longstanding tiffs on whom of the trio of Ayinde Omogbolahan Anifowose, KWAM 1; self-named King Saheed Osupa (K.S.O.) and Wasiu Alabi Pasuma, was the “King.” These musicians’ recent quest for supremacy is not new. From time immemorial, supremacy battles have been part and parcel of Yoruba music. Now tempered by…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Vice President Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 58th birthday. This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Monday in Ibadan. Senator Alli commended Shettima’s unwavering dedication to the nation’s progress and the pivotal role he continues to play in the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Alli lauded the Vice President for his exemplary leadership, which he described as a blend of wisdom, foresight, and a deep commitment to the well-being of Nigerians. He noted that Shettima’s contributions, both as a…