Ido Monarch Returns: Makinde’s Move Reinforces Importance of Traditional Rulers

Oyo State government has lifted the suspension of a traditional ruler, the Onido of Ido, Oba Gbolagade Muritala Babalola (Gbadewolu I), six months after his suspension.

The Executive Council Chairman of Ido local government area, Hon. Sheriff Adeojo, made the announcement on Tuesday while presenting the reinstatement letter to the monarch.

Recall the state government had

suspended Oba Gbolagade Muritala Babalola (Gbadewolu I) as the Onido of Ido in Ido Local Government Area of the State, in a letter dated 2nd of February, 2024 and signed by the the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola.

The letter indicated that Governor ‘Seyi Makinde approved the suspension on 1st of February, 2024.

While congratulating the monarch, the council chairman said, the state government, under the leadership of governor Seyi Makinde will continue to make traditional institution to remain a stabilizing force in communities and in the state as a whole

Speaking on the development, the Council Chair, Adeojo, commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his support and belief that the traditional institution remains the backbone of any government due to their closeness to the people at the grassroots.

Adeojo noted that governor Makinde believes that the government, at all levels, could not afford to jeopardize the roles of traditional rulers, adding that it exists in collaboration with the government for good governance and security of communities within their domains.

He, thereafter, urged Oba Muritala Babalola (Gbadewolu I) to continue to use his kingship to promote peace in Ido local government.