•• Outcome of negotiations to determine whether selection will proceed through consensus or contest
By Salam Saheed
The succession process for the vacant Baale Iya chieftaincy stool in Saki West Local Government Area of Oyo State has taken a new turn, following the withdrawal of 10 out of the 14 contestants, leaving four in the race.
The four remaining contestants were, as of the time of filing this report, holding a meeting to explore the possibility of reaching a consensus arrangement at the local government secretariat.
The outcome of the meeting, however, remains uncertain, as the possibility of arriving at a mutually acceptable candidate depends on the outcome of the discussions and negotiations among the contestants.
This newspaper will continue to monitor developments surrounding the selection process.