“One Heritage, Many Nations — United Under One Crown.”
AOYAD connects Yoruba monarchs, chiefs, and descendants in over 35 countries — preserving heritage and promoting cultural unity worldwide.
AOYAD connects Yoruba monarchs, chiefs, and royal descendants in over 35 countries. Each chapter acts as a royal branch of the Mother Council, preserving Yoruba heritage and promoting cultural unity worldwide.
“Every country with Yoruba blood is a branch of one royal tree.”
(Ref: Constitution Article 5.3 — Regional Chapters)
Africa Council (Headquarters)
Main center of AOYAD operations and policy direction.
Europe Council
Royal diplomacy and cultural exchange across Europe.
North America Council
Royal families and cultural leaders in the U.S. and Canada.
South America Council
Afro-Yoruba heritage and educational programs in Latin America.
Asia & Oceania Council
Emerging royal chapters and heritage schools across Asia & the Pacific.
Secretariat
Supervised by the Global Secretariat and Royal Council.
B. National Chapters — Each national chapter operates under the authority of the Secretary-General’s Office and must seek approval before public activities to ensure unity with AOYAD’s global framework.
- Organize approved cultural festivals and royal seminars.
- Register and verify members.
- Promote unity among local Yoruba communities.
- Submit plans and reports for Secretariat authorization.
- Represent AOYAD at government or royal events only under official directive.
Each Chapter Has: AOYAD Emblem and Royal Seal; Registered Charter Number; National Executive Committee (President, VP, Secretary-General, Treasurer, PRO).
Active royal descendant councils currently include —
A. Yoruba World Heritage Forum
Annual summit for leaders to adopt royal resolutions.
B. Diaspora Cultural Week
Simultaneous celebration of language, arts, and tradition.
C. Global Royal Exchange Program
Mentorship for young Yoruba royal descendants.
D. AOYAD Digital Secretariat
Online coordination hub for reporting and communication.
New chapters may only be formed under the instruction and supervision of the Secretary-General’s Office. Requirements:
- 1️⃣ At least 10 Yoruba royals or descendants in the country.
- 2️⃣ Official proposal and constitution compliance form.
- 3️⃣ ₦1,000,000.00 Charter Fee (or local equivalent).
- 4️⃣ Formation of an interim committee subject to approval.
Once approved, AOYAD issues a Certificate of Charter and a Royal Seal of Recognition.
AOYAD — Uniting Yoruba Royalty Worldwide.