Olubadan Leads Oyo Monarchs to Aso Rock as Tinubu Hosts Royal Fathers, Alaafin’s Absence Raises EyebrowsPresident Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday received a delegation of prominent traditional rulers from Oyo State at the State House, Abuja, in a high-level meeting led by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The closed-door meeting focused on issues affecting Oyo State, including regional security, infrastructure development, agriculture, and stronger collaboration between the Federal Government and traditional institutions. The Olubadan stressed that traditional rulers remain vital partners in connecting government with local communities and ensuring stability across their domains. However, the absence of the Alaafin of Oyo attracted attention among political observers and royal watchers. Neither the Presidency nor the Oyo State Traditional Council officially commented on his absence, although palace sources attributed it to scheduling conflicts and ongoing engagements within his kingdom.