…Advises Him To Embrace Unity
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, has congratulated Owoade, describing his emergence as a historic moment for the people of Oyo.
In a statement by his Director of Media and Public Affairs, Moses Olafare on Saturday, Ooni celebrated the new Alaafin’s ascension, stating, “This monumental decision heralds a new era of prosperity, unity, and cultural preservation for the great people of Oyo.”
The Ooni, who also serves as Co-Chair of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria and Permanent Chairman of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council, praised the patience and resilience of the royal family, the kingmakers, and the people of Oyo during the over two years selection process.
“We are confident that the Alaafin-elect will build upon the enduring legacy of his predecessors, particularly the immediate past Alaafin, the late Oba Lamidi Atanda Adeyemi III, whose leadership was exemplary and unmatched,” the Ooni stated.
He further advised the new Alaafin to embrace unity, calling him the “father of all” and urging him to ensure that every stakeholder in the Oyo kingdom, whether supportive or not, was brought together for the collective growth of the region.
“You cannot do it alone; you must bring everyone on board. Oyomesi must remain united under your watch. Be magnanimous in victory”, he advised.
