- Safiu Kehinde
The Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom, Oba AbdulFatai Aromire Oyegbemi, has removed six of his Chiefs for attending a Labour Party rally without his consent.
As contained in a statement issued by the palace on Monday, Oba Abdulfatai dethroned the chiefs over alleged violation of the palace protocol.
The Lagos monarch accused them of impersonating him at the Labour Party campaign flag-off event in Apapa without royal approval, as he reiterated that he never gave them consent.
According to report, the development followed a palace meeting held on Monday where Oba Oyegbemi declared the Chiefs’ actions as unacceptable.
“Following the outcome of this event, which unfolded without his prior knowledge, Kabiyesi Ojora summoned the Bales, Balogun, and the Ojora Councils to his ancient Palace for clarification.
“In a tone marked by disappointment and authority, Kabiyesi stated that the Chiefs’ actions were in violation of their duties.
“He reiterated that no Chief should make decisions or act on his behalf without his explicit consent, as they all serve to represent him and uphold the traditions of the land.
“The decisive action of dethroning the six Chiefs underscores his commitment to maintaining order and coherence within his leadership structure.
“During this assembly, Kabiyesi also took the opportunity to commend the present Government ongoing development initiatives in Ojora Land, expressing his commitment to continue supporting the Administration as it fosters growth and progress for the Kingdom.
“This event has reaffirmed the significance of transparency and collaboration between the traditional authorities and their representation in political matters, reminding all Chiefs of their responsibilities while serving under the esteemed Ojora Kingdom,” the statement said.
Meanwhile the dismissed chiefs include; Chief Lateef Ojora (Bale Alaba Oro), Chief Saliu Biliamin (Bale Alafia Dodoro), Chief Taiwo Hassan (Bale Oke Ira), Chief Idris Oladipupo Ojora (Bale Abule Kere), Chief Hakeem Oseni (Bale Mosafejo Amukoko), and Chief Sule Raji Balogun (Balogun of Abule Kere).