The Alaafin Oyo’s Palace has denied claims that Governor Seyi Makinde consulted the Alaafin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, and the Soun of Ogbomoso on the rotational chairmanship of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs.

In a press release dated January 15, 2026, the Palace said its attention was drawn to a statement credited to the governor, suggesting that the three foremost traditional rulers in the state were consulted before the introduction of the rotational arrangement.

However, the Palace categorically dismissed the claim, stating that at no time did the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba (Engr.) Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, hold any meeting with Governor Makinde or with the Olubadan and the Soun on the issue.

The statement further clarified that the Alaafin neither informed the governor nor made any categorical declaration endorsing the rotational chairmanship among the three traditional rulers in the state.

According to the Palace, the position of the Alaafin and the entire Oyo community on the proposed State Council of Obas and Chiefs has already been clearly articulated in a formal memorandum submitted to the governor by the Oyo Council of Elders.

The press release was signed by Mr. Bode Durojaiye, Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafin, Paramount Ruler of Oyo Kingdom and Superior Head of Yorubaland.