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.

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.

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.

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.