- Ayo Fayose reiterated claims that Seyi Makinde was orchestrating a plan to remove the Olubadan, Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja
- He said recent developments supported his allegations, including claims that the monarch was being portrayed as politically partisan
- Fayose urged the public to monitor unfolding events, despite denials from the Oyo State Government and the traditional ruler
Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has reiterated his claim that the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is orchestrating a plan to remove the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rahidi Adewolu Ladoja, urging the public to closely monitor unfolding developments.
In a strongly worded statement, Fayose challenged those who remain sceptical of his earlier allegations to “keep their fingers crossed” and observe events as they progress. He maintained that recent actions and statements attributed to the Oyo State Government lend credibility to his claims.
Fayose recalled that authorities initially denied any rift between Governor Makinde and the Olubadan following his initial disclosure. However, he argued that the narrative has since shifted, with the government now allegedly accusing the monarch of political interference.
According to Fayose, the Olubadan is being portrayed as partisan, with claims that he is plotting to impeach Governor Makinde. He suggested that these allegations are not coincidental but form part of a broader strategy.
“These are parts of the orchestration by Makinde to prepare grounds for the Olubadan to be queried for being partisan,” Fayose stated.
The former governor insisted that the sequence of events supports his position that there is a calculated effort underway to justify possible action against the traditional ruler. He framed the development as a deliberate attempt to build a case against the Olubadan by shaping public perception.
The Oyo State Government has yet to officially respond to Fayose’s latest remarks. However, it had previously dismissed similar allegations as baseless, maintaining that there is no conflict between the state administration and the traditional institution.
The Olubadan, Oba Ladoja, has also earlier downplayed reports of any disagreement with the governor, distancing himself from political controversies and reaffirming his role as a traditional leader.
Fayose’s renewed claims are likely to intensify public debate, particularly in Oyo State, where the relationship between political leadership and traditional institutions remains a sensitive issue. Observers note that such allegations, whether substantiated or not, often carry significant implications for governance and public trust.