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  • Ogun Traditional Rulers Dismiss Reports of Suspension in Awujale Stool Tussle

    Ogun Traditional Rulers Dismiss Reports of Suspension in Awujale Stool Tussle

    The Punch reports that Ogun State Government officials and local government authorities have denied claims that high-ranking traditional chiefs in Ijebu were suspended amid tension around the Awujale stool succession process. The alleged suspension reports circulated widely on Friday, but officials urged the public to disregard what they described as speculative information.

    The report noted rising sensitivity in Ijebu-Ode, where some traditional actors and royal family members have protested alleged attempts to impose a candidate. Government representatives emphasized that no official suspension had been issued and appealed for calm to avoid destabilizing the kingdom.

    The Nation and Daily Post also reported on the unfolding dispute and official calls for restraint, amid concerns about factional maneuvering.

    Echotitbits take: Chieftaincy succession disputes often become proxies for wider political influence contests. Watch for authoritative statements from the palace and formal communication from the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs to dampen rumor-driven escalation.
    Source: The Punch — https://punchng.com/awujale-stool-battle-ogun-halts-process-police-storm-palace/ 2026-01-24

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  • Fusengbuwa Ruling House Gets Council Clearance, Sets Jan. 12 Nomination Meeting

    Fusengbuwa Ruling House Gets Council Clearance, Sets Jan. 12 Nomination Meeting

    Funsegbuwa Ruling house letter
    Funsegbuwa Ruling house letter Inviting nominations

    The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has received formal approval from the Ijebu-Ode Local Government to begin its internal selection process for nominating a new Awujale of Ijebuland.

    The approval was conveyed in an official letter dated January 6, 2026, signed by the secretary to the local government, giving the ruling house the go-ahead to commence its internal nomination procedure.

    In its reply, the Fusengbuwa Ruling House invited relevant local government officials to attend its nomination meeting fixed for Monday, January 12, 2026, as the next step in the succession process.

    The move is part of the broader traditional succession framework for the Awujale stool, where recognised ruling houses conduct internal consultations and forward nominees through established channels toward eventual selection and formal recognition.

    Ijebu-Ode Local Government / Fusengbuwa Ruling House (letters) 2026-01-06

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  • Awujale: Family orders KWAM 1 to prove lineage

    Awujale: Family orders KWAM 1 to prove lineage

    The Fusengbuwa ruling house of Ijebu-Ode has asked Fuji star Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM 1) to complete a royal lineage data form as part of procedures for the next Awujale of Ijebuland selection. Punch reports that the ruling house chairman stressed that only verified members of the family would be allowed to participate in the process. KWAM 1 had reportedly written to declare interest in the stool, describing himself as a bona fide son of the house and stating that his aspiration aligns with customary law and Ogun State chieftaincy regulations. The development has fueled significant public discussion in Ogun’s cultural and political circles. Source: Punch, December 7, 2025.