Alaafin Of Oyo Blast Makinde Over Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs, Tradition Under Threat

The Alaafin of Oyo don yarn strong words against Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, over how the Council of Obas and Chiefs dey run for the state. According to the palace, the present arrangement no follow history, culture and tradition wey Oyo people don know for many years.

Sources close to the palace talk say Alaafin believe say the council structure dey weaken the ancient authority of Oyo Empire, especially as e concern leadership role of the Alaafin among other traditional rulers. Dem say this kain move fit cause confusion and disrespect for age-long customs.

The palace still urge Governor Makinde make e rethink the matter and return things to how tradition set am. Dem warn say if government continue to ignore history, e fit create tension between traditional institutions and the state government.

“Oyo Tradition No Be Politics” – Alaafin Slams Makinde Over Obas Council

Alaafin of Oyo don fault Governor Seyi Makinde say e dey mix politics with tradition as e concern the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs. The monarch stress say tradition get root and no suppose dey change anyhow because of political interest.

The Alaafin talk say for many centuries, Oyo Empire get clear hierarchy and respect system among Obas, with the Alaafin as the natural head. According to am, any law or policy wey dey alter this order dey attack the soul of Oyo people.

E add say traditional rulers suppose work with government for peace and development, but government must also respect their history. The Alaafin call on stakeholders and elders make dem speak up before the matter damage unity for the state.

Alaafin Raises Alarm as Oyo Obas Council Crisis Deepens

Tension don rise for Oyo State as Alaafin of Oyo don openly raise concern over the Council of Obas and Chiefs under Governor Makinde administration. The palace say the current setup dey cause imbalance and rivalry among traditional rulers.

According to insiders, the Alaafin fear say the council arrangement fit reduce the authority of some stools and create unnecessary competition instead of cooperation. Dem say tradition no be something wey government suppose dey adjust without wide consultation.

As matter dey hot, many people for Oyo State dey call for dialogue between the government and traditional institutions. Dem believe say only mutual respect and understanding fit solve the issue and protect the rich cultural heritage of Oyo land.