The Otun Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Abimbola Ajibola, asserted on Tuesday that the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, is presently indisposed and lacks the physical fitness required for rulership.
Following the demise of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, who reigned for two years before passing away at the age of 81, the Olubadan stool became vacant.
Addressing journalists at his residence in Sanyo, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, Oba Ajibola stated, “Why the rush? We haven’t even seen him. He hasn’t communicated with us or the people of Ibadan.”
“I am his second in command, I’m his lieutenant. He has not called me to say, ‘My Otun, I’m back. So, tell your people. And when are you seeing me?’ They are just forcing him because of their own selfish interest.”
While speaking on the meeting held at the private residence of Chief Bode Amoo at Agodi Government Reserved Area in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Monday, Oba Ajibola said, “They said we called a meeting and we have endorsed him (Olakulehin). I’m not part of that. I’ve told them my mind that I won’t be part of that illegality. We know Baba Olakulehin is the next Olubadan, but let us allow him to get well.
“Has anybody seen him since last Friday? Those who went there after Friday were unable to see him. They are forcing this man. We should allow him to get well.”
Source Punch Newspapers
