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The Oyo State Government has strongly denied reports circulating in the media that the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away. The government described the rumors as false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to cause unnecessary panic among the people of Ibadan and beyond.

On Monday night, reports surfaced on several media platforms, claiming that the 89-year-old traditional ruler had passed away. However, when contacted by The Bureau Newspaper, top government officials and palace sources dismissed the reports, urging the public to disregard them.

Olubadan is Alive and in Good Health – Oyo Government

Speaking to The Bureau Newspaper, the Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun, debunked the claims, insisting that the monarch is in good health and there is no cause for alarm.

"Yes, Olubadan is alive, hale, and hearty. I spoke with one of his sons, Prince Olaseke Owolabi Olakulehin, who represented the family at the coronation committee. There is absolutely no truth in the rumors being spread."

Palace Officials Dismiss Reports as Baseless

Similarly, the Chief Press Secretary to the Olubadan, Gbenga Ayoade, in an exclusive chat with The Bureau Newspaper, assured that the monarch remains strong and is carrying out his daily activities without any issues.

"By the time I left the palace around 8 p.m., everything was in order. There was no sign of any medical emergency. In fact, when I later checked in with the palace, I was informed that Baba is hale and hearty. The reports of his death are nothing but fake news."

Ayoade also refuted claims that the monarch had been flown out of Ibadan for medical attention, calling the speculation a figment of the imagination of rumor peddlers.

"Baba is still in Ibadan. He was not flown anywhere. In fact, he just finished eating amala. He is doing very fine. This is just another example of how false information spreads so quickly in Nigeria."

Olubadan Prepares for 90th Birthday Amidst Health Speculations

Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who was officially presented with the staff of office by Governor Seyi Makinde on July 12, 2024, is set to celebrate his 90th birthday on July 5, 2025.

A palace source who spoke exclusively to The Bureau Newspaper expressed concern over the continuous spread of unverified news, urging Nigerians to rely on credible media outlets for accurate information about the health of traditional rulers and other public figures.

"It is disturbing how some people are quick to spread false information. We urge the public to disregard these unfounded rumors and rely on verified news sources. The Olubadan is fine, and we are looking forward to celebrating his 90th birthday in grand style," the source said.

The false reports of the Olubadan’s death have once again highlighted the dangers of misinformation in the digital age. As of the time of filing this report, the revered monarch remains in his palace in Ibadan, Oyo State, attending to his responsibilities as the paramount ruler of the Ibadanland.

Source: https://thebureau.com.ng/oyo-govt-debunks-olubadans-death-rumors-assures-public-of-monarchs-good-health/

It has been confirmed... Olakulehin ti wo aja

Moblux:
It has been confirmed... Olakulehin ti wo aja

The king is alive

sabangeri:
The king is alive

Just saw it again.

Rumors flying without wings...

Just wish the death rumour isn't true.

But Chief Ladoja, where are you?

Na every year Olu Ibadan dey die?

Won't be surprised. We all know what played out before his coronation

Toor

Evil people don start again

He never tey for throne oooo

Even if..

@90 it's a celebration of life

But Baba no go die unless toba darugbo Baba! 🎉

YINKS89:
He never tey for throne oooo

How long?

Engrduke:
Just wish the death rumour isn't true.

But Chief Ladoja, where are you?

Why calling him, is he the one behind the rumors?
Make baba ladoja wait for his time , it's near and his life long wish to become Olubadan will come to be God willing

Well, it's called an Agbotikuyo stool for a reason.

cenaman:
Na every year Olu Ibadan dey die?

The issue with Olubadan throne is that before they attain that throne,they are already Old.
Imagine someone who took up the throne last year at the age of 89.
After 2 or 3 years on the throne,they are gone.
I think Ibadan people should do away with that system of Kingship and fashion out another way which would allow young,healthy and agile able men to get to the throne.
Though the system is less controversial but it's archaic.

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Addme:
The issue with Olubadan throne is that before they attain that throne,they are already Old.
Imagine someone who took up the throne last year at the age of 89.
After 2 or 3 years on the throne,they are gone.
I think Ibadan people should do away with that system of Kingship and fashion out another way which would allow young,healthy and agile able men to get to the throne.
Though the system is less controversial but it's archaic.

Seconded

Hmmmm Na every Year Ibadan people dey get new king if Dem no like one King na to jus wait for 1yr...

He's about going be dat. Na so e dey take start. From rumours to time up

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That was how the previous olubadan's rumor was flying around

Which one?

It looks and sounds funny

MaziObinnaokija:
Evil people don start again

Really! Evil people...... At what age?.... 89? .....evil people.....kwontinue

Ladoja the next olubadan