The Oloro-in-Council has announced that the people of Oro Kingdom have embraced a new era with the official selection and appointment of His Royal Highness, Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye, as the new Oloro of Oro Kingdom.
In a statement issued and signed by the Oloro-in-Council, which was made available to journalists in Ilorin, the Kingmakers and the Oro Descendants Union confirmed that Oba Joel Oyatoye’s selection adhered strictly to the kingdom’s traditional rites and procedures.
The statement reassured the public about the integrity and transparency of the selection process, emphasizing that it was conducted with utmost diligence to ensure that all traditional rites required for the exalted throne were observed.
The statement was jointly signed by several prominent community leaders, including the Eesa of Oro Kingdom, High Chief Samuel Taiye Bamgboye; Asooni of Oro Kingdom, High Chief Muhammed Atoyebi Adewole; and Baale Ijomu Oro, High Chief Matthew Ademola Olatunde. Other signatories include the Ibaa of Oro Kingdom, High Chief Rahman Abikoye; Ologba of Oro Kingdom, High Chief Opeyemi Awoyale; Aladee of Oro Kingdom, High Chief Ganiyu Kayode Ademola; and Baale Iludun Oro, High Chief Ayoola Stephen Olaonipekun Oyerinde II.
The Oloro-in-Council urged the public to disregard any rumors or misinformation circulated by a small opposition group, reaffirming that Oba Joel Oyatoye’s appointment reflects the wishes of the people.
The community leaders noted that the new monarch’s popularity was evident during his grand welcome to Aafin Oro, where he was met with a large, joyful crowd eager to celebrate the arrival of their new leader. This enthusiastic reception is seen as a testament to Oba Joel Oyatoye’s acceptance and the collective optimism surrounding his reign.
Acknowledging that any selection process may leave some individuals disappointed, the council called on all residents to set aside differences and unite in support of the new king.
“What is most urgent now is to place our common interest over personal interests and emphasize the values that make us strong as a community,” the statement concluded.