"Alaafin Owoade has reserves of patience that would impress a saint, and you can put that patience toward endeavours ranging from detangling fishing nets to teaching small children how to put their socks on.
He embodies the values and principles of his vision, serving as exemplars for his people .
Oba Owoade1 lives by the creed of “live and let live” when it comes to other people’s interests, ideas, faiths, and personal preferences"
By Bode Durojaiye.
Effective leadership serves as a linchpin for organizational or community uccess.
Among the diverse leadership styles, visionary leadership stands out for its capacity to inspire, motivate, and drive transformation.
The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty , Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade 1'is one rare example of visionary leadership whose ability to articulate a compelling vision portrays him as a visionary leader.
This vision transcends mere goals or targets; as it paints a vivid picture of an improved future, one that resonates with the values and aspirations of the team.
By articulating this vision, Alaafin Owoade ignites a sense of purpose and fervour among his people and fueling his determination to achieve excellence
Furthermore, the Paramount Ruler is
leading by example.
He embodies the values and principles of his vision, serving as exemplars for his people .
Oba Owoade1 lives by the creed of “live and let live” when it comes to other people’s interests, ideas, faiths, and personal preferences.
To the Alaafin , " you don’t judge those whose lifestyles differ from your own, and appreciate the fact that just like flowers of all shapes, sizes, and colours make a garden more beautiful, so it is with human beings as well.
"You appreciate wholesome and nourishing interactions over bickering and spite. Furthermore, you realize that you can learn a lot from those who are different from yourself. When interacting with other people, you enjoy hearing about their life experiences and learning about the things that interest them and make them happy".
He has reserves of patience that would impress a saint, and you can put that patience toward endeavours ranging from detangling fishing nets to teaching small children how to put their socks on.
However, these attributes inspired a cross section of residents who witnessed delivery of medical equipment brought into the town to describe Oba Owoade as ""a monarch with self-awareness, courage, respect, compassion, and resilience, and one who is learning agile and flex his influence while communicating the vision, showing gratitude, and collaborating effectively"".
" With this laudable feat, Oba Owoade 1 has proved himself that he is able to set a practical vision and suitable, achievable targets.
It would be recalled that a container load of hospital equipment and consumables worth millions of naira from Canada and were shipped into town, courtesy of Alaafin Owoade.
The ultra modern equipment brought to the town would be installed as son as the community health centre also being constructed by the Paramount Ruler is completed and commissioned.
According to the Royal Father , the donation was to ensure even development in the community and to support the mantra of inclusive governance of Governor Seyi Makinde's administration.
The equipment included ultra sound machines, electrical beds among others.
What is more , the recent sympath visit by wife of His Imperial Majesty, Ayaba Abiwumi to some victims of land feud and donation of cash to each of the victims is another feather added to the cap of Alaafin Owoade who is yet to begin his tenure on throne of his forefathers.
Indeed, kudos to the Titan of Yorubaland, Iku Baba Yeye.
To be continued.....
