A top government aide struck back at explosive claims about royal power plays in Ondo State. Dr Doyin Odebowale defended the current king against accusations from a powerful widow. Betty Akeredolu had said her dead husband picked the ruler all on his personal choice. The doctor witnessed everything and called those claims completely false. He served right inside the governor's office during the entire royal selection drama.
Odebowale posted his defense on Facebook and praised the monarch's character. The selection followed ancient traditions that nobody could break or ignore. The Ojomo Luda of Ijebu-Owo ran the whole process as head of royal princes. Several qualified candidates competed for the throne according to proper customs. Many hopefuls stepped aside after talking things through with community leaders.
Prince Ajibade Ogunoye emerged as everyone's agreed choice through fair competition. The doctor emphasized how transparent everything was from start to finish. Traditional systems in Owo prevent any single person from making such major decisions alone. The king comes from proper royal bloodline with deep cultural connections to the area. His family has held royal titles for generations before him.
The aide also touched on recent trouble over tearing down the Owo Cenotaph monument. He urged state officials to talk with local people before making cultural decisions. Community input matters when dealing with sensitive historical landmarks and traditions. Government leaders should respect local feelings about important cultural symbols. Proper consultation prevents unnecessary conflicts between officials and residents.
Odebowale posted his defense on Facebook and praised the monarch's character. The selection followed ancient traditions that nobody could break or ignore. The Ojomo Luda of Ijebu-Owo ran the whole process as head of royal princes. Several qualified candidates competed for the throne according to proper customs. Many hopefuls stepped aside after talking things through with community leaders.
Prince Ajibade Ogunoye emerged as everyone's agreed choice through fair competition. The doctor emphasized how transparent everything was from start to finish. Traditional systems in Owo prevent any single person from making such major decisions alone. The king comes from proper royal bloodline with deep cultural connections to the area. His family has held royal titles for generations before him.
The aide also touched on recent trouble over tearing down the Owo Cenotaph monument. He urged state officials to talk with local people before making cultural decisions. Community input matters when dealing with sensitive historical landmarks and traditions. Government leaders should respect local feelings about important cultural symbols. Proper consultation prevents unnecessary conflicts between officials and residents.
