By Akinwale Kasali
A former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayo Fayose, has alleged a plot by Governor Seyi Makinde to oust the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja from the throne.
Fayose alleged that Makinde has, for months, been plotting the removal of the former Oyo State Governor.
Recall that the Olubadan was installed as the Olubadan by Makinde less than six months ago.
Taking to his X handle on Sunday, Fayose claimed that the alleged move would begin with official queries against the Monarch over his absence at a recent Coronation ceremony.
Fayose wrote: “I heard reliably that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is plotting the removal of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rahidi Adewolu Ladoja. The plot is to commence this week, with Government Query to be issued against the Olubadan, citing his absence at the failed coronation of High Chiefs in Ibadanland two weeks ago, and other allegations”.
The two term Ekiti State Governor described Governor Makinde as a ‘sigidi’, a statuette, stressing that he would continue watch his ignominious machinations.
“As for us, we will be watching the Sìgìdì of Seyi Makinde tó fẹ́ se eré ẹ̀tẹ́,” he added.
The allegation is, however, coming on the heels of a recent speculation about a possible disagreement between the Monarch and the State Government.
It would be recalled that the Olubadan recently dismissed claims of any rift between the Traditional Ruler and the Governor, describing such reports as unfounded.
In a statement, the Palace said: “We wish to make it abundantly clear that there is no rift between Kabiyesi and Olori omo oba of Ibadanland.”
It also addressed reports regarding the monarch’s absence at the coronation event, clarifying that the Olubadan did not deliberately avoid the ceremony.
“In addition, the Olubadan did not travel out of Ibadan to avoid the coronation ceremony. Kabiyesi is hale and hearty in Ibadan and performing the role expected of him as Olubadan,” the statement added.
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