Olugbon Pledges Support for Governor Makinde and Ladoja Amid Dispute Over Oyo State Council Chairmanship
Olugbon, a monarch in Oyo State, hosted Governor Seyi Makinde and pledged support for Rashidi Ladoja as the newly inaugurated chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs. The Alaafin of Oyo was notably absent at the inauguration, leading to a dispute over the rotational arrangement of the council's chairmanship.
Governor Makinde clarified that the rotation was agreed upon by the top three monarchs in the state. However, the Alaafin's media aide denied such an agreement, causing tension.
Olugbon reiterated unity and support for the state government during the visit.
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