22 year old Ondo monarch insists on royal respect, bans casual titles
The palace of the Arujale-Ojime of Okeluse Kingdom, Ondo State, has directed the public to address the 22-year-old monarch, Oba Oloyede Adekoya Akinghare II, strictly as “His Royal Majesty,” condemning casual terms like “bro” or “blood.”
In a statement released on Friday, the Chief of Staff to the king, Prince Adefemi Olorunfemi, noted that such informal expressions are increasingly used as a guise for disrespect.
The palace warned that any deviation would be met with decisive measures.
Arujale-Ojime warns against “bro” and “blood” references
“I write in my capacity as Amb. Prince Adefemi Michael Olorunfemi, Chief of Staff to the Arujale-Ojima of Okeluse Kingdom, Ondo State, to address an important matter that requires the attention of the general public. Kindly note that Alayeluwa Oba Oloyede Adekoya Akinghare II is to be addressed strictly as His Royal Majesty at all times,” the statement read.
The palace added that respect for the monarch is non-negotiable and central to preserving Yoruba culture and tradition.
Palace urges public to uphold Yoruba cultural protocol
“Addressing our revered monarch with terms such as ‘bro,’ ‘blood,’ or any casual or demeaning expressions is highly inappropriate and will no longer be tolerated,” the statement emphasised.
Oba Akinghare ascended the throne at 16, following the death of his father, and was approved by both the kingmakers and the Ondo State government.
The palace urged all residents and visitors to uphold the dignity of the throne, noting that His Majesty represents the gods on earth and the sacred heritage of the town.
The Arujale-Ojime’s directive comes as part of ongoing efforts to reinforce cultural decorum and respect for traditional institutions across the region.
