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The Alaafin or Alaafin of Oyo are the current rulers of Oyo State in Nigeria. The Alaafin are traditionally the descendants of the Alafin of Ife, who were the traditional rulers of the Yoruba people in the Western Yorubaland region. The Alaafin are also traditionally the custodians of the Oyo Empire, which is one of the largest and most influential empires in West Africa. The Alaafin are traditionally chosen from the ruling family of Oyo, and are traditionally considered to be the head of state of Oyo State. The Alaafin are also traditionally responsible for the ceremonial and religious affairs of the state. The Alaafin are traditionally chosen from the ruling family of Oyo, and are traditionally considered to be the head of state of Oyo State. The Alaafin are also traditionally responsible for the ceremonial and religious affairs of the state. The Alaafin are traditionally chosen from the ruling family of Oyo, and are traditionally considered to be the head of state of Oyo State. The Alaafin are also traditionally responsible for the ceremonial and religious affairs of the state.
