A newly formed body of former labour leaders under the auspices of Oyo State Labour Veterans Association on Tuesday charged the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II to maintain his activism of old that made him a friend of the downtrodden on the new throne.
The association made this charge through its President, Comrade Ibrahim Bolomope during the homage paid to the monarch at his Alarere residence by its executive committee.
Comrade Bolomope, who recalled that he was the Oyo State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, when Olubadan was a Senator of the Federal Republic between 1999 and 2003 said the monarch invited him to his Abuja residence in his capacity as a labour leader, an experience he said he still savours till date.
“The irony of it is that no Senator from Oyo State has extended such gesture to any of the labour leaders in the state since that time. Kabiyesi, we are not surprised by your disposition because of your background and it is that gesture that has made you to be loved by the masses.
“As your children with the same ideology, we are happy with Your Majesty’s emergence, having been following the trajectory of your rise and your undoubting spirit that has preserved you for this throne and it is our wish that Kabiyesi remains a committed unionist even on the throne towards ensuring the preservation of the rights of the common people”, Bolomope stated.
While reacting, Olubadan commended the association for its resolve not to abandon the struggle despite the fact that the members had all retired from active service, noting that their wealth of experience in labour matters would be handy for both government and their successors.
Promising to remain himself as a friend of the downtrodden, Oba Balogun urged the association to see itself as a reliable partner of the palace by coming closer with good suggestions and advices that would lessen his burden reiterating that he would operate an open-door policy.
The monarch was later presented with the copy of the Constitution of the association by the President, Comrade Bolomope, who also said all the members would come back at a latter date to investiture Kabiyesi as their Patron.
Ridwan Fasasi
Olúbàdàn tilẹ̀ ìbàdàn ọba Lekan Balogun ti sìkìlọ̀ fáwọn atọ́kùn ègùngùn, àtàwọn tó fẹ́ báwọn kọwọ ọdún pé kí wọ́n yàgò fún jàgídíjàgan lásìkò ayẹyẹ ọdún ilẹ̀ ìbàdàn tí yóò bẹ̀rẹ̀ lósù tó n bọ̀.
Ọba Balogun sàlàyé ọ̀rọ̀ yí lásìkò àbẹ̀wò alágbáà tíì se olórí àwọn egùngùn nílé olúbàdàn tó wà ní alárere.
Ọba alayé náà rọ alágbáà pé kí wọ́n ríì dájú pé wọ́n se ọdún náà pẹ̀lú ìrọ̀rùn , ó tẹnumọ́ pé áàfin olúbàdàn kò ní fáàyè gba ẹnikẹ́ni láti tàpá sí òfin nípa síse ọdún egúngún.
Olúbàdàn sèlérí pé, gbogbo àtìlẹ́yìn tó yẹ ni wọ́n yóò ri gbà láti áàfin fún àseyọrí ọdún náà.
Asáàjú àwọn ikọ̀ náà, ẹni tíì tún se alágbáà ti agúgù, ọ̀gbẹ́ni Ọjẹbiyi Adepọju sàlàyé wípé wọ́n se àbẹ̀wò sí áàfin olúbàdàn láti fi tó kábìyèsí láti wípé ìgbáradì fún ọdún egúngún tí yóò wáyé lọdún yí.
Babatunde Salaudeen
Olubadan of Ibadan land, His Imperial Majesty Oba Lekan Balogun has charged nine newly promoted Chiefs to uphold the traditional values of Ibadan and the dignity of their office.
Oba Balogun gave the Charge during the Installation and promotion of some chiefs at his Aliiwo Palace in Ibadan.
The Olubadan urged the new chiefs to see their elevation as a call to service.
Oluwo Afobaje of Ibadan land, Alhaji Popoola Mosadogun, who performed the rites decorated each of the chiefs as directed by Oba Lekan Balogun.
The new chiefs are Chief Akeem Adewoyin from maye to Abese Balogun,
Chief Barrister Sarafadeen Abiodun Alli from Ekefa to maye Balogun, Chief Adegboyega Adeniran from agbaakin to Ekefa, and Chief Taiwo Oyekan from Aare Alasa to Agbaakin,
Others are Chief Raufu Eleruwere from Ikolaba to Aare Alasa, Chief Emiola Onideure from Asaju to Ikolaba, Chief Tirimisiyu Obisesan from Ayingun to Asaju, Chief Wasiu Ajimobi from Aare Ago to Ayingun, Chief Gboyega Mikail from Lagunna to Aare Ago.
Funmilola Obagbayegun
National Council of Muslim Youths organization in Nigeria, NACOMYO, has felicitated Oba Lekan Balogun over his installation as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland.
This is contained in a statement in Ibadan by Coordinator, NACOMYO, Oyo State Chapter, Alhaji Dawood Afolabi.
NACOMYO thanked the Almighty Allah for counting Oba Lekan Balogun worthy of becoming the new Olubadan of Ibadanland.
The Council prayed to Allah to increase the new Olubadan with wisdom, understanding and sound health to direct the affairs of the throne.
NACOMYO also prayed for long life and sound health for the new monarch and as well that Ibadan shall enjoy peace and prosperity during the reign of Oba Lekan Balogun.
The Council believed that the exposure of the new Olubadan as a scholar, an administrator and a politician of repute will be a blessing to Ibadanland .
Ridwan Fasasi
All is now set at the ancient Mapo Hall in Ibadan, the venue of the coronation of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Dr Moshood Olalekan Balogun.
Vice president Yemi Osinbajo, Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar are among other eminent Nigerians present at the ceremony.
Monarchs, including the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, traditional rulers within and outside Ibadan were already seated as well as other notable politicians.
Radio Nigeria team of correspondents covering the event reports that the royal seat of the new Olubadan of Ibadan and that of Iyalode and other seats on the podium are in gold.
Local hunters and men of Oyo State Security Network, otherwise called Amotekun were sighted displaying their skills through periodic gunshots.
Radio Nigeria however reports that apart from the stampede that occurred in one of the main gates, Alhaji Lamidi Mukaila popularly known as Auxilliary and his men in red caps stormed the venue of the programme with a peaceful walk.
Our correspondents also report that there were conflicts among some thugs leading to severe injuries sustained in the process.
The Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde and the new Olubadan are being expected.
Apart from the media men, representatives of trade unions, religious leaders, some political office holders, men of the Nigeria police were on ground to ensure orderliness
Radio Nigeria reports that, despite the presence of heavily armed security personnel, the crowd situation remained uncontrollable as people struggle to enter the main bowl of the venue.
Security agents have been overwhelmed by the massive turnout.
As at the time of filling in this report, the coronation is yet to commence.
Rotimi Famakin /Morenike Esan
In preparation for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Olalekan Balogun has been gifted two different vehicles from the state Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde.
Below are the pictures to the presentation of the gifts, including captions:
Representative of Oyo State Governor and Chairman, Ibadan South East Local Government, Hon Emmanuel Alawode (right); presenting key of Land Cruiser Jeep and JAC pick up escort to the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Olalekan Balogun Aliwo, represented by his brother, Senator Kola Balogun while Olubadan daughter, Mrs Olayinka Gbadamosi look on during the presentation. PHOTO: Oyo State Government.
Iyabo Adebisi
Ibadan Festival holding mid-March and Ramadan Fast commencing in April will be given serious consideration in choosing the date for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun.
Otun Balogun of Ibadanland, High Chief Tajudeen Ajibola stated this while briefing journalists after the maiden meeting of the Council held at the Alarere residence of the new Ibadan monarch.
He said the meeting which had all members of the Olubadan-in-Council in attendance, except the Osi Olubadan, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja and Iyalode of Ibadanland, High Chief Theresa Oyekanmi was to pay courtesy call on Oba Lekan Balogun and formally congratulate him on his elevation from the position of Otun to that of Olubadan.
High Chief Ajibola said the possible date of the inauguration of the new Olubadan was discussed with heavy consideration for Ibadan Week Festival holding mid-March and the Ramadan Fast commencing early April.
He said the new Olubadan has to be present at the annual Ibadan Week Festival, hence the need for the coronation before the programme.
“Again, we are conscious of Ramadan Fast and would not want to put our guests under unnecessary pressure by holding the inauguration during the period. All these we considered at the meeting but could not make any categorical statement on the date of the coronation until we meet with the governor, Engr Seyi Makinde”, the High Chief added.
It was at the meeting, according to High Chief Ajibola that it was resolved that courtesy and thank you visit be made to Governor Seyi Makinde.
“We all visited the governor and despite the fact that we didn’t meet him, we were well received by the Secretary to the State Government, Mrs Olubamiwo Adeosun who promised to convey our message to him”, he said.
Ahead of the inauguration of the new Olubadan, High Chief Ajibola said the Council took note of the necessary promotion and reconstitution of the Olubadan-in-Council occasioned by the elevation of Otun to the position of Olubadan.
He said the Council approved the upward movement of Osi Olubadan,
High Chief Rashidi Ladoja
to Otun Olubadan, Ashipa Olubadan, High Chief Eddy Oyewole to Osi-Olubadan, and High Chief Abiodun Kola-Daisi from Ekerin Olubadan to Ashipa Olubadan.
Others are High Chief Hamidu Ajibade from Ekarun Olubadan to Ekerin Olubadan and the new member that will join the Council is Senior Chief Adebayo Akande from Maye Olubadan to Ekarun Olubadan.
On the absence of two of the Council members, High Chief Ajibola explained that High Chief Theresa Oyekanmi was known by all of them to be outside Nigeria while High Chief Rasidi Ladoja sought the Council’s permission to honour a medical appointment that had been fixed earlier.
The new Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun presided over the meeting.
Ridwan Fasasi
The last may not have been heard about the controversy over the installation of a new supreme royal authority for Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo state.
The latest unraveling on the transition process also indicate that there may be no announcement of a new occupant of the Olubadan stool anytime soon.
It was gathered that Balogun and other members of the Olubadan-in-Council who were crowned Obas in 2017 are yet to fulfill their pledge to Governor Seyi Makinde that they would withdraw a case challenging a consent judgment earlier given on the matter.
According to reports, rather than withdraw the case as they promised Governor Seyi Makinde at a meeting held in Government House two weeks ago, they appear to have resolved to see it to the end.
At the hearing of the case on January 14, Justice Munta Abimbola, who is the Chief Judge of the state, directed parties in the suit to further address the court on the validity or otherwise of the consent judgment in view of the decision of the Appeal Court.
The parties, through their lawyers, are to address Justice Abimbola on Tuesday [February 1]. When pressed for comment on whether moves had been made to withdraw the case, a former Attorney General of the state, Michael Lana, told Sunday Tribune that he was surprised to see that Balogun’s lawyers have filed a further written address instead of filing a notice of withdrawal of the case.
Lana, who is counsel for one of the defendants, said he and other lawyers had wanted to appeal the decision of Justice Abimbola that the parties address the court on the validity or otherwise of the consent judgment, but decided against doing so since the claimants said they would withdraw the case.
“We had 14 days to appeal the decision, but waited in view of the claimants’ expression of intent to withdraw the case as expressed during their meeting with Governor Makinde.
“But instead of a notice of withdrawal of the case,” he said, “we received their argument which they have filed before the court on the validity or otherwise of the consent judgment,” he said.
He said he had no choice than to approach the Appeal Court to challenge the issue of validity or otherwise of the consent judgment raised by Justice Abimbola.
According to him, the appeal was filed on Thursday, January 27, one day to the expiry of 14 days within which such action must be taken.
On the implication of the appeal, he said the case at the High Court would have to wait for the appeal to be decided.
The High Chiefs made obas are in court to challenge the consent judgment which set aside the gazette that recognised them as obas.
Reacting to the development, the Senator representing Oyo South and younger brother to the Olubadan-designate, Dr Kola Balogun, gave an assurance that “the whole world will clap for Ibadan and our unique approach to handling matters this week.
“The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has given a directive that no Ibadan person should make a comment on the matter again, whether on social media or in the conventional media.
“As a result and because I know prominent Ibadan people are working round the clock to ensure amicable resolution of the matter. For me or any other person to be speaking on the matter is tantamount to violating the directive of the CCII.
“From my knowledge of what is going on, the issue will be laid to rest next week. I may not be able to say more than that.
“By next week, the whole world will clap for Ibadan people and our unique approach to handling matters,” he said.
Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja had sued former governor Abiola Ajimobi and the inquiry commission that recommended the high chiefs for crowning as obas as acting in violation of the 1957 Ibadan Chieftaincy Declaration.
Ladoja won at the state High Court as Justice Olajumoke Aiki set aside the gazette as well as the decisions made based on it.
But dissatisfied with the judgment, Ajimobi appealed.
The Appellate Court, in its decision, set aside Aiki’s decision on technical grounds and directed a retrial of the case.
Makinde, who inherited the case, said he was not willing to be distracted by the case and called for out-of-court settlement and a return to the status quo.
The terms of settlement were entered as consent judgment by the court, putting a closure on the matter.
But Balogun and others expressed displeasure over the consent judgment, arguing they were shut out.
Having been told they could not appeal, they filed a fresh suit against the judgment.
There had been controversy over the appropriateness of the emergence of Balogun as Olubadan, having been crowned oba, along with 20 others, by the immediate past governor, late Senator Ajimobi.
It will be recalled that Governor Makinde, during a visit to the family of the late Olubadan had insisted that the original concept used in appointing a new Olubadan be returned to.
Balogun is the most senior High Chief in the line that is producing the next Olubadan.
Since the late Olubadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji joined his ancestors on January 2, a new one ought to have been named.
But the controversy sparked by the status of some high chiefs who were crowned obas and the court cases have stalled the process.
Adedayo Adelowo /Nigerian Tribune
The Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji, this morning joins his ancestor at the age of 93.
He died at the University college hospital, UCH and at 1a.m.
our correspondent who is currently at his place reports that sympathisers, wives and relations of the monarch were lamenting his passage.
In an interview, the personal assistant to the Monarch on media, Mr Adeola Oloko said arrangement were being made to bury the monarch at 4p.m in a muslim way.
Mr Oloko said the monarch died after a brief illness.
Mr Oloko said the late monarch who was a devoted muslim was survived by wives and many children
Former commissioner of police and special Adviser to oyo state governor on security, Mr Fatai Owoseeni said security arrangement had been put in place to ensure compliance with covid 19 protocols
Untill his death the Olubadan of Ibadan was the 41st Olubadan of Ibadanland.
Rotimi Famakin
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Sunday, expressed shock at the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso 1, describing him as an exemplar in royalty.
Makinde stated that the demise of the royal icon, who he described as a great leader of his people and an exemplary royal father, was painful despite his old age, adding that his wisdom and wealth of experience would be sorely missed.
The governor expressed his condolences to the immediate family of the Olubadan, the Olubadan-in-Council and all Ibadan indigenes as well as the Oyo State Traditional Council.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, quoted the governor as saying that Kabiyesi gave his all to see that Ibadanland is developed and took its pride of place as one of the major cities in Africa.
“The news of the death of our father, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Saliu Adetunji, Aje Ogungunniso I, came as a shock.
“Kabiyesi’s exit at this time is painful, to say the least. His wealth of experience, his immense wisdom and his commitment to seeing a greater Ibadan and a better Oyo State are unrivalled.
“Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria and humanity at large will miss Kabiyesi, who was ever ready to give his all to see a better society.
“I commiserate with his immediate family, the Olubadan-in-Council, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) and all Ibadan indigenes at home and abroad on the demise of our father.
“I equally extend my condolences to the Oyo State Traditional Council and pray to God to keep all our Obas safe and give them more years to direct the affairs of our people, especially as Olubadan’s death is coming on the heels of the demise of the Soun of Ogbomosoland and Asigangan of Igangan. May God grant them all eternal rest.”
Ridwan Fasasi/PR
Popular Music Mogul and Paramount Ruler of Ibadan Land, Olubadan Ọba Saliu Adetunji joins his ancestors…
Born in Ibadan , Western Nigeria in 1928, he was the first of 17 children.
Popularly known as Baba Alaje . He set up one of the foremost record labels in Nigeria OMO AJE RECORDS which he founded in 1957, a nod to his ability to sell stuff for profit, Aje being the Yoruba goddess of Enterprise and Wealth.
Baba Alaje evolved from being just a record store owner to becoming a music promoter and distributor of different Yoruba Musicians of that era: Tatalo Alamu, Dauda Epo Akara, Jimoh Ayinla Anikura, etc
At age 48 in 1976, he became de facto head of the family and changed Omo Aje to Babalaje.
Perhaps , his most important musical legacy is that he gave young Wasiu Ayinde a chance to be his own man after tutelage with the great Sikiru Ayinde Barrister.
His breakout album Talazo 84 was released under Babalaje Records and the two worked together on no less than 20 Wasiu albums from Talazo in 1984 to Fuji collections in 1991.
In 2016, Saliu Adetunji became Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji , Aje Oguguniso 1, the 41st Olubadan of Ibadan.
Olusola Agboola
Exactly twenty-two days after the death of the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Jimoh Oyewumi, the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has joined his ancestors.
He died at 93.
According to source, the Olubadan joined his ancestors early on Sunday morning, January 2, 2022 at the age of 93 at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State.
However, when we contacted both UCH and the Popoyemoja, Ibadan Palace of the monarch, we were asked to wait for confirmation.
Said Toye Akinrinlola “we are still not aware but I am already working on it. I will get back to you as soon as possible.”
Our contact at the Palace said “I am not aware. The palace is calm. I cannot confirm to you.”
Nafiu Busari/Oyoinsight.com
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, has removed Chief Saheed Alatise, Baale Lagelu Aboke in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State.
A statement by Mr. Adeola Oloko, personal Assistant/Director of Media and Publicity to Olubadan, said Chief Alatise’s removal as Baale Lagelu Aboke takes immediate effect.
Chief Alatise who has been embroiled in one crisis or the other became Baale in September, 2017. But the Olubadan-in-Council, for which his case was referred following persistent complaints over his conduct and gross violation of Ibadan Customs and Traditions unanimously decided and recommended his removal to Olubadan during their meeting at Olubadan’s palace, at Popoyemoja, Ibadan, on Monday.
The Council noted that while the removed Baale had been accused of one allegation or the other over the past one year, his continued refusal to defend himself is an act of contumely against Olubadan and is punishable under Ibadan Customs and Traditions.
Part of the allegations leveled against the removed Baale is that he falsely presented himself for chieftaincy installation as Baale Aboke when he is not a male child of the family.
In a letter written by members of Lagelu Aboke family of Ibadan to Olubadan-in-Council and signed by Ganiyu Oladokun Okerinu Aboke (Family Head); Tiamiyu Lamidi Okerinu Aboke (Baale) and the secretary of the family, it was stated that Saheed Alatise who hails from Agbede Adodo, Ibadan,cannot honestly represent Lagelu Aboke family of Idi-Ishin Compound, Beere, Ibadan.
They stated further that “besides, we members of the Aboke family, Ibadan, do not approve of the conduct of Saheed Alatise as his conduct as Baale runs contrary to the counsels often given to chiefs before their installation as Baale.”
Newspeak
The monarch also congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Soliu Adetunji, on the celebration of his 93rd birthday anniversary, describing the king as harbinger of modern development.
In a statement signed by the Aseyin after the meeting with the traditional council and the Oro priests on Thursday at his palace, the festival, which comprised of three special days for prayers, appeasements and sacrifices the first day, which the evening of Sunday 12th of September, the evening of ‘Ije Day’ ,Seventh Day, Saturday 18th September and the evening of ‘Itadogun Day’ ,Fifteenth Day, 28th September, 2021.
The significance of the three days are notable in the sacrifices meant for the progress of the twin and the dwellers, while women are not permitted to see the Oro masquerades.
Aseyin called on the Oyo State Government, the security agencies and sons and daughters of the community to cooperate with the Aseyin-in-council to make the year 2021 Oro festival a success.
Meanwhile, Oba Ajinese has prayed for the Olubadan of Ibadan to witness more successful years on the throne, as he attributed the reign of the incumbent monarch in the capital city as enduring and prosperous.
“The reign of Oba Soliu Adetunji is commendable and worthy of praying for, as an Oba, the city of Ibadan has witnessed many development and peaceful atmosphere, which are direct effects of his uncommon leadership style.
“I pray that he lives more to witness more progress of the city of Ibadan and its environ, as well as Oyo State in general.”
Aseyin also called on the people of Oyo State to continue to give their support to the present administration in the State, as according to him, the government has made governance so easy for the common people to understand.
Oba Dr. Adekunle ascribed the success achieved by the Seyi Makinde-led administration to the bottom-up government style, which he said has endeared many citizens to the governor and made workers his friends.
“This governor has shown us that governance is not abracadabra, he has made it known to even fellow politicians that Oyo State has what it takes to lead other States of the federation in the area of free and qualitative education, affordable healthcare services, infrastructural development, which include the concluded Moniya-Iseyin road, the recently approved Iseyin-Ogbomoso road, the Iseyin-Oyo road and the establishment of the College of Agricultural Science and Renewable Resources of LAUTECH in Iseyin.
“We are indeed grateful to the government of Governor Makinde and on behalf of my people, I assure him of our cooperation and support for the government’s policies, actions and programmes,” Aseyin assured.
Kayode Banjo
The body of the late Sarkin Hausawa of Ibadan land, Alhaji Ahmed Zungeru has been committed to mother Earth at his palace,Sabo.
Dignatories from all walks of life were at the late Sarkin Hausawa’s palace to pay their last respect.
In his reaction, representative of Olubadan of Ibadan land,Oba Saliu Adetunji at the event, Alhaji Nureni Akanbi, described the late Sarkin as a man who loved his community throughout his life time.
Alhaji Akanbi however prayed to Allah to grant the deceased Aljanah fridaus and continue to protect those he left behind.
One of the sons of the late Sarkin, Mr. Sulaiman Haruna said he would continue to remember his late father for his truthfulness throughout his life time.
Mr. Haruna promised to continue with the good works his late father left behind.
Other important signatories at the burial of Sarkin of Ibadan land include the deputy chief of staff to governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state, Alhaji Mojeed Mogbonjubola, SarkiShasha,Alhaji Haruna Maiyasin and many other important dignatories.
Boyejo Ademokoya.
The need for tax payers and tax administrator to live up to their responsibilities informed the basis of a book presentation and its live performance in Ibadan.
The drama which was performed by over thirty rural men and women was organized by tigolf travels and tours.
Speaking on the rationale behind the drama, the writer, Mr. Yinka Folayan and the producers of the drama, Mr. Tolu Fagbure said the drama was designed to correct misconceptions by people about the Agbekoya.
They stressed the need for tax payers and tax fund administrators to play their roles accordingly without bias
Speaking on behalf of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, the Director of Media and Publicity to the Monarch, Mr. Adeola Oloko, said government must implement more people oriented policies and eschew corruption so as to realise the desired development.
Highpoint of the event was the launch of the book by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji.
Rotimi Famakin
Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has declared that his government would continue to accord the traditional institution in the state its due respect.
The governor stated this during a courtesy visit to the Olubadan, Oba Saliu Adetunji to congratulate him on his 92nd birthday.
Governor Makinde, who was on a PDP national assignment to Ondo state during the birthday celebration, gave his backing to the decision by the monarch to appoint Alhaji Yekini Abbas as the Babaloja of Oyo state.
While confirming the appointment of the Babaloja of Oyo State, Governor Makinde said they should follow the needed due process saying decision by the Olubadan could not be upturned.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Makinde, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, indicates that the governor also urged residents of the state to uphold unity and oneness.
“I want to use this opportunity to appeal to our people to uphold unity. I remember I said during my electioneering campaign that my government would prioritize tackling hunger and poverty. Hunger and poverty don’t know christians and muslims. So, let us tell those who want to divide us with religion that they should steer clear and do the right thing,” he said.
The governor maintained there were no issues between him and the Olubadan contrary to insinuations that a rift existed between him and the Olubadan.
“Those who are fond of peddling negative news about the Oyo State government and what we are doing in the state are saying there is a rancour between Kabiyesi and I,let me say this again that I was brought up responsibly and I will never disrespect elders, whoever becomes Glenroy should know that the position expires in four years, and if he wishes to seek reelection, he must come back to tell the people.
“Some even said I have not come to greet Baba since I became governor, I think the next time they say so, people should be able to tell them to face their business and leave Baba and me alone,” he said.
Iyabo Adebisi
Reactions have continued to trail the death of a foremost industrialist, the Parakoyi of Ibadan land Chief Bode Akindele.
Aged 87, Chief Akindele died in the early hours of Monday.
Chief Bode Akindele, was a successful philanthropist who established Aramed medical Centre along Lagos Ibadan express way among other businesses.
Until his death, the Ibadan born statesman, Sir Akindele was a friend of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station.
First to react to the death was the Olubadan Oba Saliu Adetunji who spoke through his media aide, Adeola Oloko.
Oba Adetunji described the role of the deceased in the economic development Oyo state as pivotal.
President General, Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, Chief Yemi Soladoye expressed the sadness that sir Akindele was the seventh Ibadan indigene who passed on in recent time.
Chief Soladoye said the deceased was a pride of Ibadan.
Pastor Tunji Agboola had a great relationship with the deceased who he described him as a man who lied to lift others up.
Reacting, the Zonal Director FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Alhaji Mohammed Bello said the deceased was a friend of FRCN who was keen about human emancipation.
Chief Bode Akindele was an Ibadan born industrialist who impacted his generation.
Adedayo Adelowo
Inspector General of Police, IGP, Mr. Mohammed Adamu has reiterated the force efforts at reducing criminality through community policing.
Mr. Adamu stated this in Ibadan at the Southwest Geo-Political Zone Security Summit held in Ibadan.
The IGP who is the convener of the summit, stressed that the police had succeeded in using community policing to stabilise the public security, noting that fleets of patrol vans had been acquired and would be deployed across highways and cities in the country.
Contributing, Lagos State governor who spoke through the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and his counterpart from Ogun state, Mr. Dapo Abiodun in a message from deputy governor, Mrs. Noimot Salako-Oyedele called for the deployment of massive technology to tackle insecurity.
Earlier, in a welcome address, Oyo state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde noted that South-West governors were committed to safety and security in the region and Nigeria at large.
Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Soliu Adetunji who spoke through High Chief Lekan Balogun expressed the determination of traditional rulers to partner security agencies and to achieve a crime free society.
Iyabo Adebisi
