The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, approved the appointment of a pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, as the new Soun of Ogbomosoland.
The new monarch replaces Oba Jimoh Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, who passed on in December 2021, at the age of 95 years after he reigned for 48 years.
A statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade, said the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, said the announcement followed the long-drawn processes specified under the law.
“His Excellency congratulates the new Soun-elect on his ascension to the throne of his forebears,” the statement said.
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