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Ogun State Government Suspends Traditional Ruler
Ogun State Government suspends Eselu of Iselu Kingdom over alleged partisan political activities.
In brief
Ogun State Government suspends Eselu of Iselu Kingdom over alleged partisan political activities. Ogun State Government suspended Eselu of Iselu Kingdom, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, pending investigation into alleged partisan political activities under Section 52(1) of the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, 2021. Originally…
Ogun State Government Suspends Traditional Ruler
Ogun State Government suspended Eselu of Iselu Kingdom, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, over alleged partisan political activities.
Suspension Approved by State Executive Council
The suspension was approved by the State Executive Council under Section 52(1) of the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, 2021.
Letter Conveyed to Journalists
The decision was conveyed in a letter dated 20 October 2026, signed by Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ganiyu Hamzat.
Alleged Partisan Activities
The council acted following complaints about the traditional ruler’s conduct, particularly his alleged involvement in overtly partisan political activities.
Publicised Activities
The letter stated that some of the alleged activities were publicised by the Eselu, contradicting customary law and statute.
Threat to Peace and Order
The suspension was deemed necessary to maintain peace, order, and good governance in Iselu Kingdom and Ogun State while allegations were investigated.
Vacate Palace Directive
As part of the suspension, Mr Akinyemi was directed to vacate the palace and refrain from entering it throughout the suspension period.
Prohibited Paraphernalia
The traditional ruler was prohibited from wearing or using any crown, beaded staff, or other office paraphernalia.
Availability for Investigation
The traditional ruler was directed to make himself available for any meeting or sitting convened by the state government to investigate the allegations.
Copies Sent to Authorities
Copies of the letter were sent to the Secretary of Yewa North Local Government and the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command.
Here's the gist
Ogun State Government suspended Eselu of Iselu Kingdom, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, pending investigation into alleged partisan political activities under Section 52(1) of the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, 2021.
