Alaafin replies Governor Seyi Makinde following claims that traditional rulers were consulted on the rotational chairmanship of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs.
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Engineer Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has firmly denied meeting with Governor Seyi Makinde on the matter.
The denial was contained in an official statement released by the Alaafin’s Palace on Wednesday.
Alaafin Replies Governor Seyi Makinde Over Alleged Consultation
The Palace said the attention of the Alaafin was drawn to a statement credited to Governor Makinde.
The Governor reportedly claimed he consulted three traditional rulers in Oyo State.
They include the Alaafin of Oyo, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, and the Soun of Ogbomoso.
According to the Palace, such a meeting never took place at any time.
The Alaafin also did not hold discussions with the other traditional rulers mentioned.
No Endorsement Of Rotational Chairmanship — Palace
The Palace stressed that the Alaafin never endorsed rotational chairmanship among the three monarchs.
It added that the monarch made no categorical statement supporting such an arrangement.
This clarification directly contradicts the Governor’s public claim.
The Palace emphasized that the position of the Alaafin remains unchanged.
Oyo Council Of Elders Already Submitted Official Memo
The statement revealed that the stance of the Alaafin and the Oyo community was formally documented.
That position was conveyed through a memo submitted to Governor Makinde.
The memo was delivered by the Oyo Council of Elders.
The Palace said the document clearly outlines their views on the Obas Council leadership.
BREAKING: Rivers Assembly Lawmakers Make U-Turn, Rejoin Impeachment Move Against Governor Fubara
Growing Tension Over Oyo Obas Council Leadership
The leadership of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs has remained contentious.
The issue continues to generate debate across traditional and political circles.
Observers say the Palace’s statement may deepen the conversation.
Many stakeholders are now calling for transparency and dialogue.
The statement was signed by Bode Durojaiye.
He is the Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafin of Oyo.
Leave a Reply