Oyo monarch rejects unauthorised market leader installation
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has issued a warning against the illegal installation of a market leader in Oyo State. In a statement through his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, the monarch emphasized that such actions lack legal backing and will not be recognized by the palace. He specifically cautioned Isunmaila Kolawole Salam (also known as Olaiya) to stop presenting himself as the Babaloja of Oyo. The palace urged the public not to engage with anyone holding an unapproved title.
What we know
- Oba Akeem Owoade declared that any market leadership appointment made without his approval is illegal and void.
- The palace singled out Isunmaila Kolawole Salam (Olaiya) for allegedly parading himself as the Babaloja of Oyo without due process.
- The statement directed Isunmaila Kolawole Salam to immediately stop presenting himself as a market leader.
- Members of the public were warned not to transact or associate with anyone holding an illegitimate market title.
- The monarch stressed that actions undermining traditional authority will not be tolerated and steps will be taken to maintain peace and order.
