Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State
has dismissed circulating reports suggesting a confrontation between him and the Council of Afobajes regarding the Awujale selection.
According to official sources, these claims are completely false and misleading.
Governor Abiodun in a statement by his
Special Adviser Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade, clarified that he held
respectful consultative meeting with the Council of Afobajes,
He explained that the the consistent meetings held in the past with the Olori Ebis hitherto polarized, led to harmonization among members of the royal family
Akinmade maintained that through such earlier engagements, the governor was also able to persuade one of the kingmakers to withdraw a filed litigation.
He added in the statement, that the discussions with the governor during such meetings had focused on matters of mutual concern in the interest of the progress in traditional affairs within Ijebuland.
Contrary to the rumors, Governor Abiodun did not issue threats, ultimatums. Statements attributed to him, including
“No Kuye, No Awujale”, are entirely fabricated and bear no relation to the Governor or his administration. No Afobaje will attest to such an occurrence, as it never happened. This is once again the fabrication of falsehoods by mischief makers."
The governor according to the statement, remains committed to upholding due process, respecting the autonomy of traditional institutions, and ensuring a fair process in the selection of a new Awujale for Ijebu.
"His administration continues to prioritize dialogue, harmony, and the preservation of cultural values"
"We all know how highly the Governor holds the throne of Awujale which he has consistently demonstrated ", statement stated
"Members of the public, traditional stakeholders, and the media are urged to disregard these unfounded insinuations and rely solely on verified information from official sources.,"the statement concluded
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