Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo State, has revealed how he promised late Oba Saliu Adetunji, Olubadan of Ibadan, in 2017 that he would correct every wrong things done against him.
Makinde spoke while addressing the widow and family members of the late monarch at his Popo Yemoja palace in Ibadan.
OYOINSIGHT.COM understands that controversy has been trailing the selection process of who succeeds Oba Adetunji, who died January 2nd, 2022.
The kingmakers, with the exclusion of Rashidi Ladoja, Osi Olubadan, had endorsed Lekan Balogun, Otun Olubadan, as the Olubadan-elect.
In 2017, the administration of late former governor Abiola Ajimobi had elevated Ibadan high chiefs to Obaship status, a decision that has caused division among Ibadan indigenes.
According to him, “In 2017, when we went for a programme at the Liberty Stadium, Baba was also there to grace the event, where CCII gave me an award. I made a statement there and told everybody that no matter how long the people of Ibadan may have suffered because of the challenges they were facing, they would rejoice at the end of the day. It really was a statement of faith that day.
“And now, I am happy that Kabiyesi saw the new lease of life in Ibadan and Oyo State before he joined his ancestors.
“At the event, I also said that the issue of kingship in Ibadan is clear. I don’t want us to feel sad because I know Baba has gone to rest. Instead, let us thank God.
