The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has conferred the chieftaincy title of Okanlomo of Yorubaland on Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu. The ceremony was held on Sunday at the Alaafin’s palace in Oyo State and drew a large gathering of political leaders, traditional rulers and other dignitaries.
The title, which translates to the beloved child or one dear to the hearts of the Yoruba people, is described by the palace as symbolising the preservation of Yoruba values, unity and cultural heritage. Seyi Tinubu, a lawyer and entrepreneur, was accompanied by his wife, Layal, as well as associates and well wishers.
At the same event, the Alaafin also conferred the title of Obaloyin of Yorubaland on Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, a former Governor of Zamfara State and current Chairman of the Senate Committee on Water Resources and Sanitation. Yari attended with a delegation of northern senators and political figures.
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According to the Alaafin’s Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, the titles carry responsibilities including promoting Yoruba culture, advising the monarch, fostering unity and advancing education and social welfare. Among those present were Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu, several cabinet ministers, state governors and traditional rulers from Nigeria and the Republic of Benin.
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