The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I, has ordered the immediate dissolution of a coronation committee allegedly formed without his approval.
In a statement issued on Wednesday in Ibadan, the monarch warned that any further meetings or activities related to the committee would be considered illegal and would not be tolerated.
Oba Owoade emphasized that any committee or event related to his coronation must receive prior approval from his office.
The statement, titled “Coronation Committee Setup in Oyo Town—Notice of Cease & Desist,” read in part: “Let it be known to all that any committee or activity being set up or promoted without the prior consent and approval of His Imperial Majesty and his office shall be deemed unauthorised and will not be allowed to exist.”
He further directed all individuals involved to immediately stop any engagements in connection with the committee.
The statement also clarified that any fundraising efforts for the coronation would be handled solely by the royal family, which would determine the composition of any official committee if necessary.
“The efforts of the organizers are appreciated, and they will be informed as events unfold should there be any need for their contributions,” the statement added.
The monarch stressed that all initiatives or activities relating to the coronation must be cleared by his office before being made public.
