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Governor Seyi Makinde Will Regret His Decision to Violate the Custom and Tradition of Oyo - Dimeji Fabiyi

opera.com 2025/2/7

Governor Seyi Makinde's decision to appoint Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo has sparked significant controversy. Following the death of Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III in 2022, the selection process for this sacred stool has been contentious.

Critics, including Fabiyi, argue that Makinde bypassed traditional protocols managed by the Oyomesi, the kingmakers of Oyo.

The Oyomesi have rejected the appointment, citing a lack of proper consultation and adherence to customary law, leading to legal challenges.

Fabiyi warns that this could harm Oyo's cultural integrity, with the Alaafin's selection being one of the region's most revered traditions.

The governor's office defends the appointment, claiming due process was followed, highlighting the need to fill the leadership vacuum.

However, critics see this as an imposition, potentially sparking unrest and questioning the new Alaafin's legitimacy.

This scenario underscores the tension between modern governance and traditional authority in Oyo, and possibly across Nigeria, where state and customary laws often clash.

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