The seven kingmakers of the Oro kingdom have insisted on their decision to select Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye as the new monarch of the kingdom.
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The 40-year-old Titiloye was on Saturday given the staff of office by Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq as a second-class traditional ruler in Ilorin.

A letter jointly signed by the Oloro in council, urging all and sundry dry to disregard the aggrieved, said the entire people of Oro Kingdom has welcomed a new era with the official selection and installation of Titiloye, as the Oloro of Oro Kingdom.

The statement signed by the Oloro-in Council, the Kingmakers, and the Oro Descendants Union, the council confirmed that Oba Joel Oyatoye’s selection adhered strictly to the Kingdom’s traditional rites and procedures.
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The statement was jointly signed by the Eesa of Oro Kingdoms, High Chief Samuel Taiye Bamgboye, Asooni of Oro Kingdom, High Chief Muhammed Atoyebi Adewole, Baale Ijomu Oro, High Chief Matthew Ademola Olatunde,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, reassured the public of the integrity and transparency of the selection process.

It said: “the selection was conducted with utmost diligence to ensure that all traditional rites required for the exalted throne were observed.”
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The kingmakers therefore urged the public to “disregard rumors or misinformation spread 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 on full display during his grand welcome to Aafin Oro, as ”this enthusiastic reception is a testament to Oba Joel Oyatoye’s acceptance and the collective optimism for his reign.”

Acknowledging that any selection process might leave some disappointment, the council urged the aggrieved to set aside differences and unite to support of the new king.

The council extended gratitude to the governor and his administration for honoring their commitment to remain neutral in the selection process, praising their integrity and respect for the Kingdom’s traditions.
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