Chief Solomon Olugbemiga Ayoade, the Chief Press Secretary to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, has assured the public that the traditional ruler is alive and in good health.
Ayoade gave this assurance while speaking with journalists on Monday evening, dismissing rumours that the monarch had passed away.
Earlier on Monday, reports had circulated that the Olubadan had joined his ancestors, sparking concerns among residents. However, Ayoade quickly refuted the claims, stating that the information was false.
“By the time I left the palace around 8 pm, there was nothing of such incident. Things were moving well. There was no crisis. And when I contacted the palace after I left, they told me Baba is hale and healthy,” he said.
He also denied rumours that the Olubadan had been flown out of Ibadan for medical treatment.
“The Olubadan just finished eating amala. He is hale and healthy. It is just a rumour. There is nothing of such,” Ayoade added.
“Baba is still in Ibadan. He was not flown anywhere. He is doing very fine.”
