Aare Onakakanfo, Gani Adams, vows: I will protect Yorubaland

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….New Generalissimo installed by the Alaafin in colourful ceremony in Oyo

By Dayo Johnson, Dapo Akinrefon & Adeola Badru

Aare Onakakanfo, Gani Adams, has promised to use his office to bring about unity in Yorubaland and build bridges across Nigeria.

He also vowed to protect the territories in South-West against external aggression.

Aare Gani Adams acknowledging Cheers from crowd after his installation. PHOTOS: by Dare Fasube

This came as the ancient town of Oyo stood still for the better part of yesterday as the 15th Generalissimo of Yorubaland was installed by the paramount ruler of Oyo, the Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi.

The installation of Adams came 20 years after the death of Chief MKO Abiola, the last holder of the title.

The event attracted dignitaries, who thronged the Durbar Stadium, Oyo, the venue of the programme.

Traditional rulers, arrayed in their royal…



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