Alaafin: ‘I’m Not Upset With Supporters That Abandoned Me For Money’

One of the contenders for the Alaafin of Oyo throne, Prince Ayobami Ladigbolu, has reflected on his experiences during the contest for the crown.

Naija News reports that Ladigbolu, in a statement published on Facebook on Tuesday, expressed disappointment that some of his initial supporters abandoned him in favour of other candidates due to financial constraints.

The prince said he is not angry with those who abandoned him because of money but has learnt its value in one’s life.

Ladigbolu thanked the Agbonhin Sanda Oridota family and the larger Ladigbolu section of the Agunloye royal family for nominating and supporting him as a candidate for the throne.

He congratulated the new Alaafin, Oba Abimbola Owoade, describing his emergence as divinely ordained.

Ladigbolu urged the people of Oyo to rally behind the new Alaafin and support him.

He said, “I learned the value of money in one’s life from the race for the crown of Alaafinate.

“Due to financial constraints, some of the people who first backed me later switched to another candidate. When I needed their help on the Alaafinate issue, those I had previously supported did the exact reverse for me.

“When it comes to the time to help me, those I have helped with their businesses ran away. I am not upset with them. I just took away some lessons for the future.

“I congratulate Oba Aláàfin Abimbola Akeem Owoade, the new Àlàáfin of Ọ̀yọ́ town.

“He was chosen by God almighty. Ọba Akeem Abimbola Owoade has been destined to take the throne. I am happy for him. The entire Ladigbolu family felicitate with the new king. Congratulations. Kaabiesi.

“I urge the natives of Oyo town to support the new king. Contests for kingship are not without few controversies. We should manage the controversy and support the new king to build a viable Ọ̀yo and Yorùbá land of our dream.”