The Ilamuren kingmakers in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, have approved the nomination of five princes for the Awujale throne.
CityNews reports that the kingmakers were led by the Olisa, Rasheed Adeoye Adesanya.
In a letter addressed to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, the Olisa said the kingmakers acted under Section 4(2) of the Chiefs Law 1957 and the customary law regulating the selection and succession to the Awujale of Ijebuland.
The nominees are Prince Ademorin Aliu Kuye, Prince Isiaq Ayodele Adewale Adekoya, also known as Eleruja, Prince Onabanjo Abimbola John, Prince Oluwaseun Waheed Omopenu Onanuga, and Prince Olabode Onanuga.
Adesanya said that, as the royal authority over the Ilamuren-in-Council and Head of Kingmakers, he convened several meetings to consider the selection of a new Awujale.
“The Declaration provides that all the kingmakers must unanimously pick one candidate or send preferred candidates of the kingmakers to the State Government for final choice. In this regard, we would like to forward the 5 names to the Government for your review,” the letter read.
The Olisa said the declaration made under Section 4(2) of the Chiefs Law 1957 and the customary law regulating the selection to the Awujale of Ijebuland chieftaincy was attached to the letter.
He added that the nomination was made in the interest of Ijebu-Ode and in line with Ogun State chieftaincy law.
“I have also considered the overall interests of Ijebu Ode and the Chieftaincy law of Ogun State, and to forestall the process of nominations and hence the recommendations of 5 qualified princes whose antecedents and experience will bring the exalted position to greater achievements for Ijebu land, Ogun State, and Nigeria.
“I pray for the prosperity of the Government and people of Ogun State and wish for the enduring greatness of Ijebuland,” the letter added.
