Don’t throw Ibadan into chaos, CCII cautions Fayose over ‘plot to oust Olubadan’ claim
The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has come down hard on former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose over his recent comments alleging a plot to remove the Olubadan of
The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has come down hard on former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose over his recent comments alleging a plot to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja.
Fayose had in a post on his X handle claimed that Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde was planning to depose the Olubadan, a statement that has triggered reactions from stakeholders in Oyo State.
Reacting to the allegation, the CCII described the former governor’s remarks as unfounded, provocative and capable of inciting unrest in Ibadanland.
In a statement issued yesterday by its Publicity Secretary, Kola Olomide, the council said Fayose’s comments were not only misleading, but also a dangerous attempt to politicise traditional institutions.
The statement quoted the CCII President-General, Chief Ajeniyi Ajewole, as expressing concern about what he termed reckless interference in Ibadan affairs.
Ajewole warned that Fayose’s remarks could create unnecessary tension in a city known for its respect for tradition and order.
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He said Ibadanland would not tolerate external attempts to destabilise its peace through what he described as careless political rhetoric.
According to him, the allegation lacked credibility and should be disregarded by the public.
Ajewole stressed that matters relating to the Olubadan stool follow a well-established process that cannot be altered by political speculation.
He cautioned Fayose against making statements capable of misleading the public or creating distrust among residents.
“Fayose should not inflame the polity in Ibadan and Oyo State in general with reckless and unverified statements.
“We advise him to keep his mouth shut and take his divisive politics elsewhere rather than dragging Ibadan into unnecessary controversy,” the CCII President-General said.
Ajewole further described Fayose’s intervention as unwarranted, insisting that the former governor had no role in the traditional or political structure of Ibadanland.
“Our own Governor Makinde is a true son of Ibadanland, who will not do anything to undermine the institution of Olubadan. He is not in the same class and mould with Fayose who is ready to do anything for political gains” the statement added
He maintained that dragging the revered Olubadan institution into partisan discourse was both disrespectful and unacceptable.
The CCII President-General also called on political leaders across the country to exercise caution and avoid making statements that could disrupt public peace.
Ajewole reaffirmed that Ibadan people remained committed to unity, stability and the preservation of their traditional institutions, urging stakeholders to resist any attempt to sow discord in the ancient city.
