The Otun Balogun Olubadan of Ibadan-land, Oba Abimbola Ajibola, on Tuesday declared that the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin is still ill and not physically fit to rule at the moment.
The Olubadan throne became empty following the passing of the former Olubadan, Oba Lekan Balogun who ruled for two years before his death at the age of 81.
At a press conference held in Ibadan, Oba Ajibola asked those rushing to put Olubadan-designate on the throne to allow him heal properly to be strong enough for the task ahead of him.
He urged everyone involved to allow the Olubadan-designate sufficient time to recover from his illness, emphasizing its importance for the well-being of all.
He said “what is the need for hurry? Someone we have not seen, he has not spoken with us, he has not spoken with Ibadan people.
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“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,” Ajibola added.
He appealed to those advocating for a swift transition to the Olubadan throne to demonstrate patience for the collective benefit of all in Ibadan land.
In a meeting held at the private residence of Chief Bode Amoo earlier on Monday, Oba Ajibola said: “They said we called a meeting and we have endorsed him, 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,” he concluded.
As the end of the mandatory mourning period for the departed king approaches, all eyes are on the Olubadan-In-Council to do the needful and iron out areas of contention in the interest of Ibadan-land.
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