Three High Chiefs due for elevation as Obas shun coronation

Three High Chiefs due for elevation as Obas shun coronation

The ongoing crisis between traditional institution in Ibadanland and Oyo State government under the leadership of Seyi Makinde has depeened, DAILY POST reports. The crisis took another dimension on Thursday when the three High Chiefs due for elevation as Obas announced they would be absent from the event. High Chief Kola Babalola, the Ekaarun Olubadan, High Chief Akeem Bolaji Adewoyin, Ekerin Balogun, and High Chief Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, Eka…

Makinde Crowns Senator Alli, Two Other Absent Chiefs As Obas

In a move that has stirred conversation across Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has officially elevated three High Chiefs of Ibadanland to the status of Obas. The promotion occurred on Friday during a ceremony at the historic Mapo Hall, despite the notable absence of the honorees themselves. A Ceremony of Absentee Monarchs The three chiefs—High Chief Akeem Adewoyin (Ekeerin Balogun), High Chief Kola Babalola (Ekaarun Olubadan), and Senator Shara…

Makinde Makes History, Crowns Three Obas in Absentia in Ibadan

Ghazali Ibrahim Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has made history in Yorubaland by becoming the first governor to crown traditional rulers in their absence, following the promotion of three Ibadan High Chiefs to the status of Obas. The unprecedented development occurred on Friday when the governor, represented by his deputy, Adebayo Lawal, proceeded with the coronation of the chiefs despite their refusal to attend the ceremony. The affected ch…

Makinde Crowns Three Ibadan Chiefs as Obas in Their Absence

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has elevated three Ibadan High Chiefs to the status of Obas, even though they were not present at the coronation ceremony.The three chiefs, Ekeerin Balogun of Ibadanland, Akeem Adewoyin; Ekaarun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Kola Babalola; and Ekaarun Balogun of Ibadanland, Sharafadeen Alli had declined the government’s invitation, stating they would not attend.Despite their absence, Governor Makinde, represented by Dep…

Three High Chiefs Set for Promotion as Obas Overlook Coronation...

The ongoing crisis between traditional institution in Ibadanland and Oyo State government under the leadership of Seyi Makinde has depeened, DAILY POST reports.... #hotnews, #obas, #flyingeze

Sarafadeen Alli, others for coronation in Ibadan tomorrow, as Makinde sets new record of installing 12 Obas, 40 Baales – Ogbomoso Insight

Sarafadeen Alli, others for coronation in Ibadan tomorrow, as Makinde sets new record of installing 12 Obas, 40 Baales Yinka ADETUNJI Advertisement Advertisement The Oyo state government has formally announced the coronation and presentation of Staff of Office to newly elevated crown-wearing Obas in Ibadanland, in a ceremony that underscores the administration’s commitment to strengthening traditional institutions and preserving cultural heritag…