PHOTOS: Owu Descendants in Oyo State Meets Olowu of Kuta, sets 22nd November for Omo Olowu Conference
…Announces Conference Committee Members
The Owu Descendants in Oyo State has announced November 22, 2026, as the date for its forthcoming Omo Olowu Conference, scheduled to hold at the International Conference Centre, Ibadan, following a strategic meeting with the Olowu of Kuta, Oba (Dr.) Hameed Adekunle Oyelude Makama, CON.
The meeting, which brought together prominent Mogajis, traditional stakeholders and representatives of various Owu compounds across Oyo State, focused on strengthening unity, resolving internal disagreements and charting a common direction for the Owu-Anlugbua lineage in Oyo State.
In a significant intervention, Kabiyesi Olowu of Kuta facilitated the resolution of the lingering disagreement surrounding the leadership of Omo Olowu of Ibadanland, under the leadership of Mogaji Teslim Olugbode.
Following extensive deliberations, the Mogajis and other stakeholders present pledged their commitment to peace, reconciliation and collective progress, expressing their determination to build a formidable Owu movement capable of commanding recognition and influence in the socio-cultural and political landscape of Oyo State.
Addressing the gathering, Oba Olowu Kuta appreciated all participants for their commitment to the unity of the Owu people. He urged the stakeholders to shift their attention towards the successful hosting of the November 22 conference, which is expected to bring together representatives of over 200 Owu compounds across Oyo State.
He emphasised that the conference would provide an important platform for discussing the future of the Owu-Anlugbua lineage, strengthening traditional institutions, promoting collective interests and deliberating on the political direction and possible support of the Owu people ahead of the 2027 General Elections.
As part of preparations for the forthcoming conference, the following individuals were announced to serve on the organising committee:
1. Mogaji Olugbode – Chairman
2. Mogaji Olajuwon Ile nla
3. Mogaji Apoju Onileke
4. Prince Idris Olugbode
5. Mogaji Rahmon Alawode
6. Mogaji Sode
7. Ojewale Alaodi
The committee is expected to work towards ensuring effective coordination, mobilisation and successful delivery of the historic gathering.
Prominent stakeholders who attended the meeting included Mogaji Elempe, Babalawo Ifalade Ifagbenro, Mogaji Oloso, Alhaji Abduljeleel Adepoju, Mogaji Ile Akoto, Mogaji Olubodun, Mogaji Odufemi, Chief Rahmon Akintunde Alawode, Mogaji Ifatayo-Alawode, Mogaji Pagun, Mogaji Saheed Akinwale Adedeji, Mogaji Ile Olugbami, Mogaji Olaide Olaoye, Alhaji Sheikh Olatunji among others.
The forthcoming November 22 conference is expected to mark a significant milestone in the history of the Owu people in Ibadanland and Oyo State, providing an opportunity for greater unity, cultural preservation, political engagement and the establishment of a stronger collective voice for the Owu-Anlugbua lineage.
The Royal Union of Owu People has therefore called on all Mogajis, compound heads, traditional stakeholders, sons and daughters of Owu ancestry to rally behind the initiative and participate actively in the forthcoming conference.
