VIDEO: Oyo residents perform ‘Akara Ìkú’ ritual for Gov Makinde, issue 7-day ultimatum

 

Residents in Ibadan and several local government areas across Oyo State have performed the Yoruba ritual known as “Akara Ìkú” or “Akara Ẹmí” for Governor Seyi Makinde, giving him a seven-day ultimatum to address their grievances.

The ritual, carried out at major junctions including Oje, Molete and Challenge, involved frying and sharing bean cakes while invoking curses and solemn warnings directed at the Governor.

Protesters accused Makinde of neglect, imposition of unpopular monarchs, unpaid salaries and gratuities, and abandoning local government administration.

Reports indicate that similar rituals occurred in Oke-Ogun, Ibarapa and Ogbomoso, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction.

Palace elders have urged caution, describing Akara Ikú as a rare and potent traditional invocation. As of press time, the Oyo State Government had not issued a response.

Source: X | AsakyGRN