Olubadan: “I Have Not Received Any Official Communication On New Olubadan – Gov Makinde

By Ayodele Oni

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has said that there has not been an official communication between his office and Olubadan-in-Council on the issue of a new Olubadan.

The Governor emphasized that there are no issues with the Olubadan Traditional stool ascension as against the controversy trailing the revered seat of the Olubadan following the demise of Oba Lekan Balogun.

Makinde stated this while speaking with newsmen after hosting the delegation led by the Deputy Governor, Chief Bayo Lawal, who paid homage to the Governor for Eid-Fitr.

He urged those spreading unfounded rumour to desist, pointing out that the Olubadan-in-Council is yet to send the Government an official letter on its decision on who is to ascend the throne.

The Governor assured that Government would make the best decision in the interest of Ibadan land and Oyo State at large when the Olubadan-in-Council finally makes the nomination

On the forthcoming Local Government Election in the State, Governor Makinde, while stating that the poll is not a do-or-die affair, enjoined the PDP candidates to intensify the campaign for the election victory in the April 27th poll.

Earlier, the Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Lawal appreciated the Governor for his love for the Muslim Community in the State since his assumption of office in 2019.