
From Ancient Thrones to Modern Snubs: The Enduring Ooni-Alaafin Rivalry, Olubadan’s Pivotal Protest, and Oyo’s Chairmanship Chaos. In the heart of Yorubaland, where myths of gods and empires intertwine, a centuries-old rivalry between the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo has once again spilled into the public arena, now entangled with fresh tensions
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The attention of the Alaafin’s Palace has been drawn to a statement credited to His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde that he consulted with the three traditional rulers in the State, the Alaafin, the Olubadan and the Soun of Ogbomoso on the rotational Chairmanship of the State Council of Obas and Chiefs. The Palace hereby wants
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- POLITICS, SLIDE
- January 15, 2026
The governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osun State, Dr. Najeem Folasayo Salaam, has embarked on a strategic consultative visit to traditional rulers across Iwo, Olaoluwa and Ayedire Local Government Areas of the state. During the engagements, Dr. Salaam, reaffirmed his commitment to inclusive governance, cultural preservation, grassroots development and
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