The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I, has ordered the immediate dissolution of an unauthorised coronation committee allegedly formed without his approval.
In a statement released on Wednesday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, the monarch made it clear that any further meetings or activities related to the committee would be deemed illegal and unacceptable.
Oba Owoade stressed that all matters concerning his coronation must receive official approval from his office before proceeding.
The statement, titled “Coronation Committee Setup in Oyo Town—Notice of Cease & Desist,” declared:
“Let it be known that any committee or activity established or promoted without the prior consent of His Imperial Majesty and his office is unauthorised and will not be permitted to operate.”
The monarch further directed all those involved to halt any engagements related to the committee immediately.
He also clarified that any fundraising efforts for the coronation would be at the discretion of the royal family, which would determine the necessity and composition of an official committee if required.
