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  • Oyo approves Olaoye’s selection as new Soun of Ogbomoso

    Oyo approves Olaoye’s selection as new Soun of Ogbomoso

    The governor of Oyo state, Mr Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of Prince Afolabi Olaoye as the new Soun of Ogbomoso land.

    News of the approval came in a statement issued Saturday evening in Ibadan by the state’s Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Mr Olusegun Olayiwola.

    Olayiwola said the announcement followed the “long-drawn processes specified under the law”.

    The commissioner stated that Gov. Makinde has since congratulated the new traditional ruler of Ogbomoso land on his ascension to the throne.

    “The exalted position has placed Olaoye in the position to facilitate harmony, understanding and tolerance among his subjects.

    “All sons and daughters of the ancient city of Ogbomoso are implored to work with the new king to consolidate on the successes of his forefathers,” he said.

  • I’m not responsible for death of Oyo monarchs – Gov Makinde

    I’m not responsible for death of Oyo monarchs – Gov Makinde

    Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has replied to critics who feel he is responsible for the death of top Yoruba monarchs in the State.

    Governor Makinde urged his critics to stop linking him with the death of prominent monarchs in the state, following the passing of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Makinde stated this when he visited the palace of the late Alaafin of Oyo on Sunday.

    Some Nigerians have called out the governor on social media, noting that two other first-class monarchs, the Soun of Ogbomoso and Olubadan of Ibadan, died in quick succession under him.

    The late Soun, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, passed on, on December 12, 2021, while the late Olubadan, Saliu Adetunji, joined his ancestors on January 2 this year.

    Governor Makinde said though the monarchs were aged and made significant impacts before they departed, he wished they lived longer.

    Speaking on Alaafin’s death, he said the king left a huge void that would be difficult to fill.

    “In Oyo State, we have perhaps lost the last human encyclopedia of our traditional history. Several times when I visited him and told him the problem we had, he had a solution to everything.

    “So, it is a very difficult void to fill. In fact, I don’t know who else we can go and meet, who can replace Kabiyesi.

    “When I visited him in 2015 and told him about my ambition, he frankly told me it was not going to work out due to one reason or the other and, at last, I failed, but I learnt certain things. Not many people will tell one the truth. Kabiyesi told me it would not work, and it never worked out,” he said.

    While promising to give the late Alaafin a befitting burial, the governor appealed to the chiefs not to delay in selecting a new king for the town.

    TNG reports the longest-reigning monarch in Oyo town passed on Friday night at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital after a brief illness. He was 83.

    He was the son of the late Alaafin Oba Adeyemi II, and the 43rd Alaafin of Oyo. He reigned for 52 years.

  • RCCG pastor touted as next Soun of Ogbomoso

    RCCG pastor touted as next Soun of Ogbomoso

    A pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye has been touted as the next Soun of Ogbomoso.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Pastor Olaoye is among the aspirants, who are all members of Baiyewuwon/Olaoye Ruling House, whose turn it is to produce the next Soun.

    According to reports, Ogbomoso kingmakers met on Thursday at Aafin Ogbomoso to have a session with the aspirants with the RCCG pastor’s name ringing loudest.

    Recall that the 20th Soun of Ogbomoso, Jimoh Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, joined his ancestors and was interred in December 2021. His death left a vacuum the Ogbomoso kingmakers are striving to fill.

    While nothing is cast in stone yet, Pastor Olaoye has been said to be favoured to ascend the throne as the 21st Soun of Ogbomoso. His name has been said to be gaining currency in recent times.

    He is said to be very close to Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo, who both are pastors of RCCG, and is alleged that Osinbajo is rooting for him.

    Olaoye pastors RCCG, Jesus House, Washington DC, which is one of the biggest RCCG churches in America and it has earned its respect in that part of the world. It is one of the over 15,000 churches under the RCCG of which Pastor Enoch Adeboye is the General Overseer.

    The church is situated in Philadelphia Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland, a thriving community rich in ethnic and racial diversity.

    Pastor Olaoye is described as “a visionary, motivational speaker and entrepreneur. He is fondly called “Pastor G” and is known for his servant heart and leadership skills.

    He was born and raised in Nigeria, and has a degree in English Language and a Masters in Industrial and Labour Relations. He was a successful entrepreneur before the call of God came upon his life to become a Pastor.

    Pastor Olaoye has been Pastoring since 1992, where he pastored three RCCG Churches in Nigeria and also RCCG Parish in Bonn, Germany before moving to the United States.

    Pastor Ghandi is passionate about helping others develop to their fullest potential; his experience traveling and speaking internationally has helped shape his commitment to showcasing a ministry where people of all racial and ethnic groups worship God in a loving and caring atmosphere.

    He is currently the coordinator in charge of Convention and Special Projects for RCCG, North America.

    He is happily married to Pastor Omo who also play a key role in running the affairs of the church. His wife, Pastor Omo is the founder and Pastor in charge of the Jesus Women Ministries, a women’s ministry that addresses pertinent women’s issues from birth to old age, with a view to positively affecting these areas in line with the Word of God.

    The Jesus Women Ministries is the women’s ministry of the RCCG Jesus House, DC.

    Meanwhile, as the selection processes for the next Soun of Ogbomoso hit full gear, the Ogbomoso kingmakers have said no one has been foisted on other contenders.

    When contacted, a member of the kingmakers who don’t want his name in print said: “We are not unaware to the news making rounds by some sections of the media that Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye has been selected as the next Soun of Ogbomoso probably because of his association with VP Osinbajo.

    “Let it be noted that our selection would never be influenced politically no matter who is involved. Our primary goal is the progress of Ogbomoso.

    “Notably, it’s constitutional to pronounce the next Soun of Ogbomoso through the recommendations of the kingmakers and as it stands, no one has been selected.

    “Any news regarding the selection would be made known to the public soon by the kingmakers and, therefore, members of the public are enjoined to disregard any fake news in that regard”.

    Also, a statement issued on Thursday by illustrious sons of Ogbomoso under the aegis of Concerned Ogbomoso Indigenes has it that under no circumstances should political influence or religious affiliation hinder the smooth running of the selection processes in choosing the next Soun of Ogbomoso, adding that no contender would be foisted on others in the selection.

    The group through its spokesperson, Bashir Lawal unequivocally explained that the utmost interest of the kingmakers is to follow due process in line with the provisions of the selection processes and uphold the tradition of their forebears.

    He stressed that what Ogbomoso needs is someone that can move the town forward, uphold the culture and tradition, and not someone that is either politically biased or religiously biased.

    “Let it be on record that all the 25 contenders who underwent thorough screening are potential Soun-designate and no one would be preferred to other unless the one qualified for the seat.

    “If you want to ratify anybody, make it known to us and show us the names of those people that actually did the screening.

    “We don’t want fake news and we don’t want anybody that will tamper with our emotions as we are bound to live together as one family.

    “We challenge the so-called “Afobaje” to come out and debunk this story to avoid chaos in the town,” the group submitted.

  • Why late Soun of Ogbomoso bagged 2 national honours – Osinbajo

    Why late Soun of Ogbomoso bagged 2 national honours – Osinbajo

    Vice- President Yemi Osinbajo has said that the late Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, bagged two national honours during his lifetime due to his remarkable contributions to Ogbomoso and Nigeria at large.

    Osinbajo stated this during a thanksgiving service held in honour of the late traditional ruler at First Baptist Church, Ogbomoso on Sunday.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that the late Oba Oyewunmi, who was the 20th Soun of Ogbomoso, joined his ancestors on Dec. 12, 2021 at the age of 95.

    The vice-president said that the conferment of Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) and Commander of the Federal Republic (CFR) on the traditional ruler at different times was in recognition of his remarkable contributions to Ogbomoso and Nigeria.

    “Having ascended the throne on the Oct. 24, 1973, he delivered four decades and eight years of exceptional and transformational leadership, leaving behind the indelible marks of peace and prosperity.

    “It is because he was not just there; he made remarkable contributions to Ogbomoso and Nigeria, for which the nation honoured him twice, first as CON and then as CFR,” he said.

    Osinbajo described the late Oba Oyewumi as a thoroughbred leader who dedicated himself to the people of Ogbomoso, for both their social and human capital development.

    He further explained how the traditional ruler transformed the ancient town from having three schools upon ascension to the throne in 1973 to more than 150, 40 years after.

    Osinbajo also added how the deceased had to terminate his schooling after the passing of his father, moving along to the business of trading.

    “When he ascended the throne of his forefathers in 1973, there were only three schools in Ogbomoso. Indeed, he himself did not have it all smooth sailing with education.

    “He went after this educational goal so much so that after his 40 years on the throne, the town could count, at least, 150 secondary schools.

    “His time certainly brought commendable development to this great and ancient town of Yorubaland. So we can say confidently that the scriptures are fulfilled today,” he said.

    Osinbajo said that the late Soun lobbied extensively and enthusiastically to clinch a university of technology for Ogbomoso and it’s taken over fully by Oyo State Government recently.

    According to him, the royal father’s desire was not for money but that the people of the town and the state would be educated.

    He said that the late Oyewumi worked assiduously to ensure the establishment of law courts, area police command and a station of the then National Electricity Power Authority (NEPA) station in Ogbomoso.

    The vice president said that there were so many examples of his efforts to develop the town, recalling how he became the wealthiest African in Jos, as an honest trader.

    “It is worthy of note that upon his ascension to the throne of his forefathers, he became the first Soun of Ogbomoso land to wear the beaded crown.

    “While he lived in the North, he won the respect of all, including the Sardauna of Sokoto who nicknamed him Ciroma.

    “Without any doubt, the Oba’s passing has created a big vacuum among the league of traditional rulers in Nigeria, and this is not just because of his age and almost half a century on the throne,” he said.

  • VIDEO: VP Osinbajo leads worship during church service

    VIDEO: VP Osinbajo leads worship during church service

    Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Sunday led a worship session during the funeral thanksgiving service of Oba Oladunni Oyewunmi, the 20th Soun of Ogbomoso.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports the funeral thanksgiving service of Oba Oyewunmi held at the First Baptist Church, Oke’Lerin, Ogbomoso, Oyo State.

    Oba Oyewunmi, 95-year-old, who joined his ancestors in December, reigned as Soun of Ogbomoso for 48 years. He was buried according to Islamic rites.

    However, the Oyo State Government held a state burial for the late Soun of Ogbomoso, which culminated in the thanksgiving service.

    Speaking during the thanksgiving service, Osinbajo described the late Oba as one who lived and conquered for his people. “He conquered illiteracy and underdevelopment. He loved his people, served his community and remains a source of inspiration,” the VP said.

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  • Oba Oyewumi Ajagungbade II, lived fulfilled life- Makinde

    Oba Oyewumi Ajagungbade II, lived fulfilled life- Makinde

    Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, says the late Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Oyewumi Ajagungbade II, lived a fulfilled life.

    Makinde said this assertion on Saturday in Ogbomoso, at a reception/state burial ceremony organised for the late traditional ruler.

    The governor said that Ogbomosoland and Oyo State in general witnessed development during the reign of the late traditional ruler.

    He prayed for the repose of the soul of Oba Ajagungbade II, as well as the former Gov. Adebayo Alao-Akala, who also hailed from Ogbomoso.

    While appreciating the people of Ogbomoso, the governor informed them that his administration would soon flag off the Ogbomoso-Iseyin Road.

    He assured the people of Ogbomosoland that the infrastructure development of the ancient town and the entire state remained a priority for his government.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the final burial ceremony of the traditional ruler had i
    In attendance at the ceremony were the Minister of Youths and Sport, Mr Sunday Dare; former Military Administrator of Oyo State, Maj.-Gen. Oladayo Popoola and Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun.

    Others were Chief of Staff to the state governor, Segun Ogunwuyi; Oyo State Head of Service, Alhaja Ololade Agboola; Deputy Chief of Staff, AbdulMajeed Mogbonjubola; Commissioners; Special Advisers and Local Government Chairmen.

  • Soun of Ogbomoso improved on his success till he breathed his last— Oyo APC

    Soun of Ogbomoso improved on his success till he breathed his last— Oyo APC

    Chief Akin Oke, the outgoing Caretaker Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, has described the death of Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, as a great loss to Oyo State and the nation in general.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that the 95-year-old monarch, who is the 20th Soun of Ogbomoso died on Sunday.

    Oke said “In him was every good thing a reasonable town man could wish to have in a traditional ruler, leader and father. An average Yoruba son and daughter is proud of the late Soun who was in spite of being born a prince, strived to rise to stardom.

    “He was able to improve upon every of his success until he breathed his last. He was a focused, courageous and disciplined person who would never compromise his integrity and nobility,” he said.

    He noted that the late Oba Oyewunmi’s 48 years on the throne was eventful, fruitful and successful, adding Ogbomosoland witnessed a lot of renewal and transformation.

    According to him, the late monarch was not only an accomplished businessman but also a champion of education, who prioritised the education of his children and subjects.

    “Today, Ogbomoso people can boast of being among the best educated in Africa and we appreciate the role played by Oba Oyewumi in achieving this great feat. I will personally feel the demise of Kabiyesi in view of my closeness to him and what he was able to do for me as his beloved son.”

    Oke also recalled how his path crossed with the late traditional ruler when he contested the Councillorship election in his Ogbomoso Ward in 1976.

    He said that the late Oba Oyewunmi was able to manage the crisis generated by the controversial poll.

    “Since then, he drew me close and never abandoned me for once not even since I became the chairman of APC in the state, the News Agency of Nigeria reports.

    “My message of condolences goes to all members of the royal family as well as eminent sons and daughters of Ogbomosoland,” he said.