Withheld Osun LG Funds: Traditional Worshippers Predict Adeleke’s Victory

Traditional worshippers in Osun have cautioned the state governor of the state, Ademola Adeleke to be wary of a woman , who they said could pose a major threat to his political future as governorship election approach.

The traditional believers also, urged the governor to seek forgiveness from those he has offended to avert looming challenges.

During the 2025 Isese Day celebrations in Osun State, themed ‘Boode Odun, Biigbe Nilu Ri’ (A Happy Home is the Foundation of a Prosperous Nation), the Ifa oracle revealed that Governor Ademola Adeleke and some political leaders had ‘stepped on toes,’ while also warning that a woman could pose a serious threat to the governor’s political future.

However, it assured that reconciliation would change the hearts of their adversaries.

On the controversial issue of local government allocations in Osun, the oracle was consulted through the traditional Ifa process.

In accordance with custom, kolanuts were cast three times before the assembled priests and devotees, and on each occasion the outcome reportedly aligned in favour of Governor Ademola Adeleke.

The repeated results were interpreted as a strong spiritual endorsement of the governor’s position in the ongoing tussle over local government funds.

Traditionalists at the ceremony said the divination was not mere coincidence but a reflection of ancestral will, signifying that despite political wrangling, the matter would ultimately tilt in Adeleke’s favour. They added that the oracle’s verdict should be regarded as both a warning and reassurance, urging political actors to tread cautiously while respecting the cultural authority of Ifa.

The President of the Traditional Religion Worshippers’ Association of Osun (TRWASO), Oluomo Dr. Oluseyi Atanda, delivered a keynote speech full of gratitude and warnings.

“Our labour of the last two years trying to sensitize and remind our Royal Fathers of their role has paid off. We can boldly say that we have tangible Royal Fathers that we are proud of.”

Dr. Atanda said the year’s theme, “A Happy Home is the Foundation of a Prosperous Nation,” was borne out of earlier Ifa messages, stressing that cultural values must begin at the family level if Nigeria is to prosper.
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