Makinde Promotes Three Ibadan Chiefs to Obas
Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo State, on Friday elevated three Ibadan High Chiefs to the status of Obas in absentia during a coronation ceremony held in Ibadan, marking what observers describe as a rare development in Yorubaland’s traditional system. The chiefs—Ekeerin Balogun of Ibadanland, Akeem Adewoyin; Ekaarun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Kola Babalola; and Ekaarun Balogun […]
2027: Olajide Bids to Replace Makinde
A member of the House of Representatives representing Ibadan North and South West, Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. Olajide said he is prepared to succeed Governor Seyi Makinde and described himself as the best candidate to consolidate the current administration’s achievements. He made the […]
