In Oyo town, traders and market women from four local government areas rallied behind Alhaja Saratu Aduke Konibaje, electing her as their Iyaloja-General.
Konibaje secured 7 votes in the election, surpassing her main challenger, Princess Folasade Abeo, who received 2 votes, while 3 clusters abstained from voting.
This endorsement aims to resolve the association’s internal crisis, which led some members to seek legal intervention to determine leadership selection.
The decision in favor of market women over traditional rulers brings clarity to the leadership debate.
Supporters emphasized Konibaje’s grassroots presence and over 50 years of trading experience.
