The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, on Wednesday, presented cars to two members of his traditional cabinet, the Oyomesi.
The monarch presented the cars amidst praises by traditional chanters who were eulogizing him for the gesture.
The beneficiaries were Oloye Lamidi Oyewale, Iba Samu and Oloye Asimiyu Alaka, the Agbaakin of Oyo land
Presenting the vehicles personally to the them, Oba Owoade, who accompanied the beneficiaries to their respective cars, prayed that the vehicles would serve the purpose for which they were purchased.
Accompanied by his queen, Olori Abiwunmi Owoade; his Personal Assistant, Rev’d Oladele Kolade; palace aides and family members, the Alaafin presented the keys and documents of the vehicles at his palace in Oyo.
Praying for the recipients on behalf of the revered monarch, Mogaji Adediwura Owoade, asked for divine protection and long life as well as continued prosperity for the recipients and the Alaafin.
The beneficiaries thanked Oba Owoade for the kind gesture and pledged loyalty and continued service to the monarch and the people of ancient Oyo Town.
