Alaafin Unveils Plans to Renovate 200-Year-Old Oyo Palace

Alaafi of Oyo


Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, the new Alaafin of Oyo, has announced plans to renovate the ancient Alaafin’s palace in Oyo town, a 200-year-old structure built by Atiba ‘Latunbosun, the first Alaafin in present-day Oyo. The renovation aims to preserve the palace's traditional and cultural heritage while addressing its long-overdue need for reconstruction.

Key aspects of the renovation plan include:

- Preserving Cultural Heritage: Oba Owoade assured that the project will retain the palace's cultural and traditional significance.

- Repairs and New Construction: The palace will undergo repairs, with new buildings constructed and existing ones renovated.

- Tribute to Predecessor: Oba Owoade praised his predecessor, the late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, for promoting Yoruba culture and tradition, and plans to build upon his legacy.

The Alaafin's vision for the palace renovation aligns with his broader agenda for Oyo and Yorubaland, which includes :

- Youth Empowerment: Providing vocational training in crafts, trades, and cybersecurity for youths.

- Community Development: Establishing a community health center offering free medical services to the underprivileged.

- Cultural Preservation: Promoting Yoruba culture and tradition, and preserving the kingdom's historical heritage.

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