Olugbon pledges support for Ladoja as Obas council chairman
Oba Francis Alao, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, has assured Governor Seyi Makinde of the support of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs for its new chairman, Oba Rashidi Ladoja. During a visit by the governor to his palace, Oba Alao emphasized unity among traditional rulers across the state’s five zones. He also highlighted the importance of traditional institutions aligning with modern governance. The governor, in response, reaffirmed his commitment to community development and government support.
What we know
- Oba Francis Alao promised full backing from the Council of Obas and Chiefs for Oba Rashidi Ladoja as chairman.
- The council was recently re-inaugurated, with Oba Ladoja emerging as its first chairman after a long hiatus.
- The rotational chairmanship arrangement among top monarchs was disputed by the Alaafin of Oyo, whose aide denied any agreement took place.
- Oba Alao stressed the unity of the council and urged traditional rulers to cooperate with the government.
- Governor Makinde visited Orile-Igbon to address recent events in Oloka and assured residents of ongoing developmental projects.
