Olubadan Alive and Well: Palace Debunks Death Rumor
The palace of the Olubadan of Ibadanland has dismissed widespread rumors about the demise of Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, confirming that the revered monarch is in good health.
Chief Press Secretary to the Olubadan, Solomon Ayoade, described the speculation as false, stating that there was no crisis or emergency at the palace.
On Monday evening, reports circulated claiming that the traditional ruler had passed away, with some even alleging that he had been flown out of Ibadan for medical attention. However, Ayoade refuted these claims.
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“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.
The Olubadan just finished eating amala. He is hale and healthy. It is just a rumour. There is nothing of such.
Baba is still in Ibadan. He was not flown anywhere. He is doing very fine.”
The palace’s statement reassures the people of Ibadan that their monarch remains in good health, putting an end to the speculation.
