From Seye Ojo
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has launched a magazine titled Palace Diary to strengthen trust between the palace and the public. The public presentation of the magazine was part of his coronation activities.
The monarch said the magazine would serve as the official news journal, sharing accurate information from the palace with the public.
At the event, the chief launcher, Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye, the Oloro of Oro Kingdom in Kwara State, praised the initiative. “I am delighted to be part of this lofty idea,” he said.
“It is a new dawn in Oyo and the Ikubabayeye is leaving no stone unturned.” He described the palace as a sacred place, adding, “The launch of the magazine is a big opportunity for the public to know a little about what is going on in the palace, and it will bridge the gap between the palace and the people.”
Oyatoye noted that the magazine, published by the palace, would provide up-to-date information on palace activities.
“This is another milestone from Alaafin and this will further strengthen the trust between Kabiyesi and the people of Oyo and Yorubaland in particular,” he said.
The palace stated that Palace Diary is an initiative of Oba Owoade I to enhance ties with the public, especially Oyo town residents.