The rumors that the Onjo of Okeho, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rafiu Osuolale Mustapha (Adeitan II), is deceased have been refuted by the family in Kajola Local Government Area of Oyo State.
The monarch has reportedly joined his forefathers following a brief illness, according to unverified news flying around the social media space.
However, in a surprising turn of events, a broadcaster named Adebowale Okelola dispelled the rumor by reassuring listeners that the town’s 18th ruler was still alive.
The rumors being spread have been refuted by the family of the Onjo of Okeho, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rafiu Osuolale Mustapha (Adeitan II), in Kajola Local Government area of Oyo State.
“A good number of people out there are just looking for ways to cash out from people’s predicaments. Since last night, I have heard a lot of people spread news about the death of our monarch, Oba Rafiu Osuolale Mustapha, the Onjo of Okeho.
“However, this is to let you know that Oba Rafiu Osuolale is still alive and he is in the palace. Don’t let anyone deceive you. Long may the king live”, he added.
In the meantime, the former customs officer who was enthroned in 2003, has been said to be hale and hearty as of the time of filing this report.
Updates later…