Yoruba Chieftaincy Tussle Deepens: Olukosi Backs Ooni, Questions Alaafin's Authority The Olukosi of Ilukosi-Ijesa, Oba Omotooyosi Akinleye, has publicly challenged the Alaafin of Oyo’s claim to exclusive authority over chieftaincy titles in Yorubaland. This follows a 48-hour ultimatum from the Alaafin, Oba Abimbola Owoade, demanding the Ooni of Ife revoke the Okanlomo of Yorubaland title recently bestowed on businessman Dotun Sanusi. Oba Akinleye asserted that traditional rulers' powers are limited to their respective domains, emphasizing the Ooni’s primacy as the custodian of the Oduduwa heritage. The debate has sparked strong reactions online, with some referencing a Supreme Court ruling backing the Alaafin’s claims. The dispute highlights deepening divisions over hierarchy and authority within the Yoruba traditional system. #YorubaTradition #OoniVsAlaafin #ChieftaincyDispute

Ooni–Alaafin Rift: ‘Powers Of Traditional Rulers End At LG Level,’ Ex-Govt Aide A former aide to the late Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, Doyin Odebowale, has faulted the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, over his demand that the Ooni of Ife revoke a chieftaincy title conferred on Ibadan businessman Dotun Sanusi. Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, Odebowale said monarchs derive authority only within their local government areas and cannot override elected officials. He added that colonial chieftaincy laws had long reduced their powers. The remarks follow a clash between the Alaafin and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, after the latter conferred the “Okanlomo of Yorubaland” title on Sanusi. The Alaafin issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding revocation, claiming sole authority over such titles. The Ooni’s camp dismissed the ultimatum as an “empty threat,” while the Alaafin’s aides later clarified that he was defending Yoruba tradition, not seeking supremacy. #Ooni #Alaafin #YorubaTradition