Olugbon congratulates new Soun, says ‘monarch’s enthronement destined by God’

Oba Francis Olushola Alao, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, Ogbomosho Zone, Vice-chairman, Oyo State Council Of Obas and Chiefs has congratulated Oba (Pastor) Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, the new Soun of Ogbomoso on his ascension to the throne of his forefathers.

The highly revered monarch, who also congratulated all the sons and daughters, other residents, and stakeholders in Ogbomoso on the successful selection of the 30th Soun of Ogbomoso, noted that the process has been long and arduous, but Oba Olaoye’s eventual selection gladdens his heart.

Oba Alao, in a congratulatory message he personally signed on Thursday, and made available to Mega Icon Magazine described the enthronement of the new Soun as having been destined by God.

The statement read, “I, on behalf of the good people of Orile-Igbon kingdom, welcome you to the throne of your forefathers.

“Given your exposure and experience on the pulpit, in business and charitable services, I am confident that you will be an asset to Ogbomoso, and that you will bring the assets to bear in taking Ogbomoso to the next level of development.

“With your pedigree, I believe that your enthronement will be a rich addition to the Yoruba monarchy, a cultural powerhouse and system that is a source of pride for millions of Yoruba all over the world.

“I look forward to working together for the development of Ogbomoso Zone, Oyo State, and Nigeria at large.

“I pray God to grant you long life on the throne, and that your tenure will bring greater development, peace, and prosperity to Ogbomoso. May He strengthen and help you to sustain the leadership entrusted to you by the entire people of Ogbomoso”.

The Olugbon of Orile-Igbon lauded Governor Seyi Makinde for ending a 22-month interregnum by
approving the selection of Oba Olaoye.