Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, have rejected allegations by former Ekiti State governor Ayodele Fayose suggesting a plan to depose the monarch.
Fayose had earlier claimed on social media that he received credible information indicating that Makinde was set to begin moves to remove Ladoja from the throne. He alleged that the process would start with a formal query from the state government, citing the monarch’s absence at a recent coronation ceremony of high chiefs in Ibadanland, along with other accusations.
“I heard reliably that Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is plotting the removal of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja.
“The plot is to commence this week, with a government query to be issued against the Olubadan, citing his absence at the failed coronation of High Chiefs in Ibadanland two weeks ago, and other allegations.”
Responding to the allegation, Adeola Oloko, media aide to the Olubadan, described it as unfounded, maintaining that there is no disagreement between the governor and the traditional ruler.
“It will be most unfortunate if it is not a rumour. Though I read it just the way you read it online. I don’t see the cause of friction between the governor and Olubadan of Ibadanland.”
