By Gbenga Olarinoye

Osogbo—The 50th late Ooni of Ife, Oba Okunade Sijuwade, Olubuse 11, has been described as a traditional ruler whose political ideology because of his love for his community and his people was completely misunderstood in many quarters.

Speaking at the activities making the first anniversary of the transition of the foremost monarch, the President, Ife Development Board, IDB, who also doubled as the Chairman, Local Organizing Committee LOC, Professor Muibi Opeloye stated that Oba Sijuade during his life time fought against political marginalization of Ife.

His words” Oba Sijuwade had been unjustifiably accused of interfering in partisan politics, whereas due to the influence he wielded within the society, governments were always currying his favour to give them support and in the process requested him to recommend names for political appointments.”