The new Olowo of Owo in Ondo state, Prince Gbadegesin Ogunoye, was on Friday installed as the 33rd Owo monarch.

The traditional rites started very early and were witnessed by residents of the town and other guests.


Speaking to reporters, the Ojumu of Owo, Chief Olanrewaju Famakinwa, said that the rites became necessary as being laid down by customs and culture of the ancient town.

Famakinwa said that the monarch chose sword of peace in the course of the rite.

He said: “Oba Ogunoye who is being installed today chose a sword which signifies peace.

“Traditionally, before Olowo is installed, he will have to choose a sword at Oke Mapo and it is believed that whatever one he chooses will tell how his reign will be.

“Coincidentally, he chose the same sword chosen by his father more than 30 years ago and the sword represents sword.”

Also, the Agbaomolowo of Owo, Chief Idowu Oludaye, said the day was a good one for the ancient town because there was a new monarch.

He described the new Olowo as a man of honour, patience and humility, hoping his reign would bring peace, prosperity and development to the town.

Oludaye urged Oba Ogunoye to accommodate all and sundry, advising the residents of the town to support him.

He said there will be coronation of the new Olowo in the next 17 days.

Also the Adanigbo Onula, Chief Kunle Ijalana, said the day was spectacular because it was another success recorded in the town.

Ijalana prayed that the new monarch would reign longer than those before him.

Oba Ogunoye was selected as Olowo after getting 14 votes out of 15 on July 12 after demise of late Oba Victor Olateru- Olagbegi who died on April 18, 2019, aged 77.

The legal practitioner voluntarily resigned as Permanent Secretary in the state civil service on Thursday to ascend the throne of his ancestors.

Source: https://thenationonlineng.net/new-olowo-ogunoye-installed/amp/

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Local man cannot but can....

GoodNight!!!

Afonjas and titles are like ọka na ubé

Congratulations Oba Gbadegesin Ogunoye.
Long live the King.

He officially becomes a diff person from today.

This one and Ooni of Ife would make very good friends
Swagg rulers club

Long live the king!

Hmm..

Great culture , Great people

This is nice.
Long live the king.
Congratulations to him and to the good people of Owo.

Eeya

I am waiting for the day he would wear the crown that looks like that of Oba of Benin city.

You are free to attend owo annual Igogo festival where u will be opportuned to witness d king in such attire.

basty:
I am waiting for the day he would wear the crown that looks like that of Oba of Benin city.

More blessing and success to Owo land.

starbuck:
Afonjas and titles are like ọka na ubé

It's called tradition and you act as if it's just some random title invented in thin air. This is one of the most important pre-colonial kingdoms in Nigeria producing some of the best arts.

Funny Enough.. After all this traditional activities he passed tru and all the sacrifices made , He will end up in Church for Thanksgiving. And our pastor go pretend as if sey the man is coming directly from Jerusalem(Holy land) to be installed as king

Oba olowo of owo. Long life

Kaabiyesi o!

Congrats to my brothers and sisters in Owo.

igbos don't like titles or you just bored.

starbuck:
Afonjas and titles are like ọka na ubé

basty:
I am waiting for the day he would wear the crown that looks like that of Oba of Benin city.

According to tradition and history, the two are siblings; elder and junior.

Just make sure not to misuse the power like your father
long king!!!

k'ade pe l'ori.ki bata pe l'ese.Sumbody shud drum it to those idi*ts N PIGS dat we respect our Elders here not remove their cap and knock their heads while dey runz to excape from the wild PIGS

Owo Imade, the land of peace. There are a lot know about this ancient town. Owo has the biggest Palace in Africa, not just Nigeria, but in Africa. You can search your Google to be sure of this. Action Group, the first political party in Western Nigeria was launched in this town. Sir Olateru Olagbegi, one of the king who has ruled the town, was the first king to be a minister and a king in Nigeria. He was also the last president of western house of Obas in the 60s. He has more than 150 children and more than 140 of them are university graduates. He was also knighted by the Queen of England in 1959. Many writers has written about this legendary King, who was dethroned and returned to his throne after 25years, alas, he died on the throne and his son succeeded him. What a great man. Oba Adekola Ogunoye, the father of the incoming Olowo was also known for being peaceful during his reign as Olowo, I'm sure that goodwill will follow his son, the new Olowo too. Congratulations to the good people of Owo. I hope to visit that Palace soon.

Joguns:

According to tradition and history, the two are siblings; elder and junior.

Who said .....

Stop using false info to console yourself we binis are diff from yorubas even the blind sees that

comparing the first and last pic, u can clearly see his transformation to a YORUBA DEMON.

starbuck:
Afonjas and titles are like ọka na ubé

I'm 100% Oduduwa That You Guys Always Call Afonja.

You're On Point My People Like Titles Too Much Seriously, But Not My Tribe Only, Same As Well To Almost All Africa Tribe.

Owo ,my owo

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phollybee:
Funny Enough.. After all this traditional activities he passed tru and all the sacrifices made , He will end up in Church for Thanksgiving. And our pastor go pretend as if sey the man is coming directly from Jerusalem(Holy land) to be installed as king

So, pastors should chase him away from salvation

You dey hear yourself so??