In response to the growing controversy, the Alaafin issued a statement through his Personal Assistant, Kolade Oladele, categorically dismissing the speculations surrounding the incident.
He described the online reactions as part of a deliberate attempt by bloggers and online ...read more
In response to the growing controversy, the Alaafin issued a statement through his Personal Assistant, Kolade Oladele, categorically dismissing the speculations surrounding the incident.
He described the online reactions as part of a deliberate attempt by bloggers and online commentators to sow discord among Yoruba traditional rulers.
The Alaafin reaffirmed his deep respect for the Ooni of Ife, stressing the importance of maintaining strong inter-royal collaboration.
He emphasised that their shared commitment to peace, unity, and progress in Yorubaland remains a cornerstone of their leadership.
The statement reads fully, “It has come to our attention that certain bloggers and online commentators are generating needless controversies surrounding the interaction between our revered monarchs in Yorubaland- namely, the Alaafin of Oyo and the Ooni of Ife- at a recent public function. This latest instalment in a series of manufactured debates is an unhelpful exercise that distracts and detracts from the truly important issues to which sons and daughters of Yorubaland should devote their energy and focus.