The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) has called for an urgent clarification over a report circulating on social media claiming that Wasilat, a member of the Wasilat family, has died.CCII, in a statement addressed to the Ode Aje Oloolu Dynasty and the Wasilat family, said it was interested in establishing the facts surrounding Wasilat’s current condition before the matter generates further speculation.
The development comes amid earlier reports alleging that Wasilat disguised herself as a man to record the Oloolu masquerade. She was also said to have posted the video on TikTok and publicly boasted about the act.
A subsequent video reportedly surfaced on social media, with claims that Wasilat began bleeding after the incident and was subjected to certain traditional processes in an attempt to restore her health.
Those claims have continued to attract attention online, creating uncertainty over what actually happened and the present condition of Wasilat.
CCII, however, has stressed the need for facts rather than assumptions, urging the appropriate authorities or members of the family to provide an official account of the situation.
The council said such clarification would help dispel rumours and prevent the continued circulation of information that has not been independently verified.
“As a council, we are interested in establishing the true facts regarding her current condition,” CCII said, appealing to those in a position to provide accurate information to do so.
Beyond the immediate controversy, the council said the matter also underscores the need for greater public understanding of Ibadan’s cultural heritage and the traditions surrounding its revered institutions.
CCII noted that an official clarification would strengthen its ongoing efforts to sensitise members of the public on the importance of respecting Ibadan’s cultural heritage and traditional practices.
The council also cautioned against the spread of unverified information, particularly on social media, where unconfirmed claims can quickly assume the appearance of established facts.
For now, CCII has not declared the report of Wasilat’s death as confirmed. Instead, it is seeking an authoritative clarification from the family or relevant authorities to establish the truth and bring an end to the speculation.
The development has further renewed attention on the Oloolu tradition and the delicate balance between cultural heritage, public curiosity and the responsibility to respect sacred traditional practices.
Until an official statement is issued, the council has urged members of the public to treat reports about Wasilat’s condition with caution and avoid presenting unverified claims as facts.
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