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Makinde Approves Appointment of RCCG Pastor, Ghandi Olaoye, as Soun-elect

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Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has approved the selection of Prince Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye as Soun of Ogbomoso-elect.

The appointment of Olaoye, who is a US-based pastor with the Redeemed Christian Church of God, was announced today in a statement by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, who

The commissioner said the announcement followed the long-drawn processes specified under the law.

“His Excellency congratulates the new Soun-elect on his ascension to the throne of his forebears,” the statement says.

Olayiwola said the exalted position has placed the monarch-elect in the position to facilitate harmony, understanding and tolerance amongst his people.

The commissioner also urged all sons and daughters of the ancient town to work with the monarch to consolidate the successes of his forefathers.

Olaoye was The pastor in charge of RCCG Jesus House, Washington DC, USA, before his selection as Soun in March 2022.

He defeated his closest rival, Lt. Col. Sirajdeen Olaoye, and 23 others to become the new Soun of Ogbomoso.

Olaoye will succeed the late Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, who joined his ancestors on December 12, 2021.

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