Monarch Dethrones Six Chiefs for Attending Labour Party Campaign Flag-Off

Monarch Dethrones Six Chiefs for Attending Labour Party Campaign Flag-Off

The Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom, Oba AbdulFatai Aromire Oyegbemi, has dethroned six of his Chiefs for attending a Labour Party campaign flag-off without royal approval. The decision was announced following a palace meeting held on Monday, June 30, 2025, where the monarch described the Chiefs’ actions as a serious breach of palace protocol and an act of impersonation.

The affected Chiefs are 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). Their removal follows their presence at the Labour Party event in Apapa, an appearance that was made without the knowledge or consent of Oba Oyegbemi and interpreted as them representing the monarch at a political gathering.

In a statement released by the palace, the Oba expressed deep disappointment and reaffirmed that no Chief is permitted to act on his behalf without explicit authorization. He emphasized that each Chief serves under the authority of the throne and must uphold the customs and unity of the kingdom. The statement noted that the monarch’s decisive action reflects his dedication to maintaining discipline and clarity within his traditional leadership.

During the palace assembly, Oba Oyegbemi also praised the current government for its developmental strides in Ojora Land and pledged his continued support for initiatives that promote progress in the kingdom. The incident, the statement concluded, serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability, transparency, and respect for traditional authority in political engagement.