Seyi Makinde, the governor of Oyo State, gave his approval on Saturday to Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye’s installation as the next Soun-elect of Ogbomoso.
Oba Jimoh Oyewumi Ajagungbade III ruled for 48 years before passing away in December 2021 at the age of 95, leaving the throne vacant.
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The announcement was made after the drawn-out procedures outlined by law, according to a statement by Olusegun Olayiwola, the commissioner for local government and chieftaincy matters.
Olayiwola said, “His Excellency congratulates the new Soun-elect on his ascension to the throne of his forebears.”
The commissioner said the exalted position has placed the monarch-elect in the position to facilitate harmony, understanding, and tolerance amongst his people.
He also urged all sons and daughters of the ancient city of Ogbomoso to work with the monarch to consolidate the successes of his forefathers.
