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An Ogun State court has issued a stern directive to all factions involved in the traditional ruler succession battle, prohibiting any actions that could disrupt ongoing legal proceedings.
A legal battle concerning the Awujale chieftaincy has been forwarded to an administrative judge for reassignment, citing procedural constraints and limited judicial availability.
Ijebuland is experiencing a complex succession crisis for the Awujale title, involving traditional customs, legal disputes, family interests, and allegations of political influence. The process has become more than a simple traditional exercise.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Ijebu Ode has petitioned Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, urging him not to recognize a breakaway faction in the succession process for the Awujale stool.
The Awujale ruling house has removed its leader and two other officials due to allegations of fraud and bribery. This decision comes amidst disputes concerning the Awujale stool.
The Ogun State government and Olisa have disowned a viral letter that named five princes as potential successors to the late Awujale, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, who passed away last year.
Organizers have confirmed that the annual Ojude Oba Festival will still take place, despite the recent passing of the Awujale. They explained the reasons behind the decision to continue with the cultural event.
The Chief Imam of Ijebu has publicly urged Governor Abiodun to expedite the appointment of a new Awujale, specifically requesting the selection be made before the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir festival. He expressed concern over the prolonged delay in filling the traditional leadership position.
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A family has sought President Tinubu's intervention regarding the stalled selection process for the Awujale Stool in Ijebu-Ode, expressing concern over the anxiety and delay in installing a new Awujale.
A high court has reassigned a legal challenge concerning the interrupted selection process for the next Awujale of Ijebuland.
Prof Fassy Yusuf has sued eleven members of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House for defamation, seeking substantial damages over a public dispute within the traditional institution.
In Nigeria, former federal lawmaker Adebutu challenged Governor Abiodun regarding the delay in selecting a new Awujale, urging voters to reject the APC in the 2027 polls and return the PDP to power.
The Ogun State Government has installed Oba Abdul Fatai Olatunji Balogun as the Alaye of Imobiland in Ijebu East Local Government Area, with Governor Abiodun urging the new monarch to emulate the legacy of the late Awujale.
The Afobaje Council has disowned an alleged nomination letter from Olisa to Governor Abiodun regarding the selection of the paramount ruler of Ijebuland. The council described the move as unauthorized and contrary to established traditional frameworks.
Thousands gathered to celebrate the Ojude Oba festival, honoring the late traditional ruler's role in transforming the cultural event into an internationally recognized festival.
The 2026 Ojude Oba festival will be dedicated to celebrating the enduring legacy and exemplary leadership of the late Awujale of Ijebu land, Oba Sikiru Adet.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has appealed to the Ogun State government to lift the suspension on the selection process for the new Awujale of Ijebuland.
For the second time, the Ogun state government has suspended the selection process for the next Awujale, the paramount ruler of Ijebuland, following allegations of bribery.
As a lawyer of 37 years, Kuye maintained that he would not be involved in anything that could undermine the chieftaincy and customary laws guiding the emergence of the Awujale. The post I’m not desperate to become Awujale – Ademorin Kuye appeared first on Vanguard News.
A vacation judge in Nigeria has remanded a legal challenge concerning the selection of the Awujale traditional ruler back to lower courts for proper procedural handling.
A ruling house has filed a lawsuit against Ogun State and the kingmakers regarding the delayed selection for the Awujale stool. The legal action seeks to address the prolonged process of choosing a new monarch.
Oladipupo Adebutu, a PDP candidate, has publicly questioned Governor Abiodun's delay in selecting a new Awujale of Ijebuland. Adebutu urged voters to reject the APC in the upcoming 2027 elections, linking the delay to political maneuvering.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House in Ijebu-Ode has expressed support for its leaders, rejecting their purported removal amidst the ongoing Awujale selection process and allegations of financial impropriety.
The Ogun State Government has urged the public to disregard a purported letter nominating five princes for the Awujale stool, clarifying that the selection process remains ongoing.
Millions gathered in Ijebu-Ode for the 2026 edition of the Ojude Oba Festival, a dazzling display of culture, history, and splendor, even without a sitting Awujale.
Following recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa, Nigeria is facilitating the repatriation of over 130 of its citizens and has demanded a thorough investigation into the killings of Nigerians, seeking justice and improved safety measures.
Nigeria's National Data Protection Commission has launched an investigation into an alleged data breach at the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). The agency also issued a data protection advisory following the cyber incident.
The Keregbetu family of Ijebu-Ode has petitioned President Bola Tinubu to intervene and resolve the prolonged suspension of the selection process for a new Awujale of Ijebuland.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has appealed to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun to lift the suspension on the Awujale selection process, allowing kingmakers to choose a successor.