Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, and his wife, Layal, have been installed with chieftaincy titles in Lagos state. The ceremony follows closely on the heels of a similar royalhonour conferred upon the couple in Oyo just days prior. Seyi was installed as the Okanlòmo of Eyọ Ọba Alakẹtẹ Pupa,Laba Ẹkun, while Layal received a complementary title during a ceremony held inLagos. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, governor of Lagos, announced theinstallation in a post on Instagram on Friday. Sanwo-Olu, who shared photos from the ceremony, describedthe recognition as a reflection of service, character, and commitment to Lagos’culture and people. “I warmly congratulate Barrister Oluwaseyi Tinubu on hisinstallation as the Okanlòmo of Eyọ Ọba Alakẹtẹ Pupa, Laba Ẹkun,” he wrote. “This honour reflects service, character, and commitment toour culture and people. I wish him continued strength and clarity as he carriesthe responsibilities and expectations that come with this new role.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu (@jidesanwoolu) The Lagos ceremony took place barely five days after thecouple were conferred with chieftaincy titles by Abimbola Owoade, the Alaafinof Oyo. On December 21, Seyi and Layal were installed as theOkanlomo of Yorubaland and Yeye Okanlomo of Yorubaland respectively, at acolourful event held at the Alaafin’s palace in Oyo. At the ceremony, the Alaafin described Seyi as a youngleader committed to youth empowerment, social development, and the promotion ofYoruba values. Responding to the honour, the president’s son expressedgratitude to the monarch. “I accept this title with humility and a deep sense ofresponsibility to serve our people and promote peace and progress acrossYorubaland,” Seyi said. He pledged continued support for initiatives focused onyouth development, unity, and the preservation of Yoruba culture.
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