Following the demise of Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun and the declaration of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin as the Olubadan-designate, the Otun Balogun Olubadan, Oba Abimbola Ajibola has revealed that the Olubadan-designate is not physically fit to rule at the moment.
Addressing the press in Ibadan on Tuesday, Ajibola at his Sanyo private residence said:
“What is in need for hurry? Someone (Olakulehin) we have not seen. He has not spoken with us. He has not spoken with Ibadan people.
“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.”
Also speaking about a meeting which was held at the private residence of Chief Bode Amoo at Agodi Government Reserved Area in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Monday, Oba Ajibola said,
“They said we called a meeting and we have endorsed him (Olakulehin). 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.”
Recall that Oba Lekan Balogun, who reigned for two years and died at the age of 81.
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