The Oyo government yesterday demolished the Music House, owned by Yinka Ayefele, on the grounds that the building contravened the physical planning laws of the state.
Music House, brought down on Sunday, was said to be structurally defective, capable of causing danger, and a nuisance to the public.
However, in 2016, Ajimobi Abiola, Oyo governor, visited Fresh FM and had nothing but praises for Music House.
At the time, Ajimobi described the studio as the best in Oyo state.
Flanked by Ayefele, the governor who spoke to interviewers in Yoruba said: [Interpreted in English] “I was advised to demolish your building because you always attacked my government but I refused to demolish the building, I told my supporters back then that someone who is not on our side today may be on our side tomorrow.
I’m happy I did not demolish this building. Here I am today with Ayefele mingling with him.
“I’m happy to come here and may God make this company prosperous. I am particularly happy with the organisation of this establishment. I’m someone who likes things to be organised.
“This is the best studio I have seen in Oyo state. I’m not trying to flatter you, you can still ask whatever questions you want.”