The palace of the Arujale-Ojime of Okeluse Kingdom in Ondo State has warned that addressing the 22-year-old monarch, Oba Oloyede Adekoya Akinghare II, as “bro” or “blood” will no longer be tolerated.
In a statement issued by the Chief of Staff to the monarch, Prince Adefemi Olorunfemi, the palace said the king must be addressed strictly as His Royal Majesty at all times, stressing that any other form of address would be considered disrespectful.
He said some people were deliberately hiding under the guise of familiarity to address the monarch in a manner he described as demeaning.
The palace urged residents of Okeluse Kingdom and the general public to always uphold the dignity of the throne, noting that respect for the monarch remained central to preserving Yoruba culture and tradition.
The statement read, “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.
“Any other form of address is unacceptable. The fact that His Royal Majesty is the youngest king in Yoruba land does not give room for disrespect in any form.
“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. Such actions will be met with strong and decisive measures. His Majesty’s leniency and calm disposition should not be mistaken for weakness, nor should it be taken as permission to do the wrong thing. Especially for those who call themselves Yoruba, we should know better. Culture, tradition, and respect for constituted authority are values we must uphold at all times.
“Regardless of your status, age, or position in society, the king must be respected. This is non-negotiable. His Royal Majesty is not just our father; he is Igbakeji awon orisa, the representative of the gods on earth. The throne he occupies is sacred, and respect for the throne is respect for our heritage and identity as a people.
“We urge everyone, within and outside Okeluse Kingdom, to conduct themselves accordingly and uphold the dignity of the palace and the person of His Royal Majesty. Respect for the throne is non-negotiable.”
Oba Akinghare ascended the throne at 16 while still a secondary school student.
He became king as the only son among four children of his late father, who was the monarch of the town.
Under the tradition of the ancient town, the first son of a deceased monarch is required to automatically ascend the throne, leaving the teenager with no option but to become the traditional ruler.
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