Calm at Mapo Hall amid doubt over Ibadan chiefs’ turnout
A calm atmosphere has been reported at the historic Mapo Hall in Ibadan ahead of the coronation of newly elevated Ibadan high chiefs as crown wearing obas. The event, fixed by the Oyo State government, is scheduled to start in the morning with dignitaries, traditional rulers and government officials expected to attend. Despite the orderly scene, there is uncertainty over how many of the affected high chiefs will actually show up for the ceremony. Some chiefs are said to be unhappy with the short notice given for the exercise and have hinted that they may stay away in protest. Sources close to the Olubadan’s palace said letters and memos notifying the high chiefs of their promotion and coronation were only recently issued by the state government. At least one high chief reportedly told a well wisher on the phone that […]