Ogbomoso Chief Imam Reveals How Soun Barred Him From Entering Palace

It seems the loggerheads between the traditional ruler and the Chief Imam of Ogbomoso in the last few months is not near resolve as the Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, Sheikh Teliat Yunus Ayilara revealed that the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye barred him from entering the palace since February this year.

Imam Ayilara made the claims while speaking through telephone interview with DailyPost on Sunday in Ogbomoso, adding that the traditional ruler had barred him from performing palace services and activities.

It should be recalled that the traditional ruler and the cleric have been at loggerheads in the last few months.

Ayilara noted that all efforts to reach the Soun have proved abortive since the monarch barred him in February this year through a letter.

“Do you know that the Soun barred me from entering the palace? He has barred me from participating in palace activities and services.

“All efforts to reach him have proved to be abortive. He has barred me from calling him. He has excommunicated me. No avenue to reach him. So, how will I reach him?”.

According to the letter; “Letter of notification. Sequel to the case you instituted in the court of law against me and the Soun-in-Council, you are hereby notified that you should refrain from Ogbomoso Palace services and activities till court resolution.

“I believe and understand that distance during this period will bring a lasting peace. I hope you will respect my decision and do as directed”.(DailyPost)