The selection of the new Olowo of Owo is currently going on at the palace in Owo.

The new Olowo is expected to emerge through a voting process. There is heavy presence of security personnel at the old palace where the election is holding .

The stool became vacant following the demise of Oba Victor Folagbade Olateru Olagbegi. The result of the election will be communicated to the state government for ratification