Professor Wande Abimbola, a renowned scholar and Awise Awo Agbaye (World Spokesperson for Ifa), has emphatically stated that the Oyo Mesi, the traditional kingmakers of Oyo, were actively involved in the Ifa consultation that led to the selection of the new Alaafin.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that Professor Abimbola, speaking to journalists in Oyo, addressed concerns that the kingmakers had been bypassed in the selection process. He asserted that the consultation was a collaborative effort and that the Oyo Mesi were integral participants throughout.
According to Naija247news, Professor Abimbola explained that the Ifa consultation was a significant event, marking a departure from previous selection processes. He emphasized that the involvement of the Oyo Mesi ensured the sanctity and legitimacy of the chosen candidate.
Naija247news reports that Professor Abimbola further clarified that the Ifa consultation was not intended to replace the traditional role of the Oyo Mesi. Instead, it served as a guiding principle, providing divine insight into the most suitable candidate for the revered throne.
The selection of the new Alaafin has been a subject of much discussion and debate within the Oyo community. Professor Abimbola’s statement aims to dispel any misconceptions and reaffirm the collaborative nature of the selection process.
