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Alaafin Gifts Cars to Two Oyomesi Members

September 25, 2025 • 2 min read

September 25, 2025
By Tobi Akinnubi

The Alaafin of Òyó, Ọba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, on Wednesday, presented cars to two members of his traditional cabinet, the Oyomesi. The revered council of chiefs that serves as kingmakers and advisers in the Òyó traditional system.

The presentation took place at the Alaafin’s palace in Òyó, where the monarch commended the chiefs for their unwavering loyalty and service to the throne. He noted that the gesture was a token of appreciation for their contributions to the peace, stability, and preservation of Yoruba culture within the Òyó Kingdom.

According to palace sources, the two recipients of the car gifts were recognised for their dedication to the growth of the kingdom and their supportive role in upholding the authority of the Alaafin’s stool.

The Oyomesi, a council comprising seven principal chiefs, plays a central role in Oyo’s governance structure. Traditionally regarded as kingmakers, they not only participate in the selection of a new Alaafin but also serve as custodians of customs, ensuring checks and balances within the traditional system.

The gesture by the Alaafin underscores the importance of the Oyomesi in sustaining the cultural and political relevance of the Òyó dynasty, widely seen as one of the most enduring symbols of Yorùbá civilization.