The Kingmakers and Traditional Chiefs of Ojo Town in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State have expressed concern over reports that the succession process to the vacant Olojo of Ojo stool has been indefinitely restrained by a court order.
In a statement issued on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and signed by Alhaji Akanji Nurudeen Opatunde, the traditional stakeholders described the controversy as unfortunate and capable of stalling the development of the ancient community.
The stakeholders called for accurate reporting of the facts surrounding the chieftaincy litigation, insisting that Ojo remains a peaceful and united community that should not suffer prolonged lack of traditional leadership.
According to the statement, an interim injunction earlier granted in March 2026 was limited to 14 days and had expired without renewal or extension.
It added that the motion on notice filed in March had not been argued or determined, while issues around the competence of the substantive suit remain outstanding.
The statement also acknowledged reports of a subsequent interim order reportedly made by the High Court sitting in Ede on October 29, 2026, stressing that the legal effect of any such order must be established from the authenticated court record and addressed through proper judicial procedures.
“It is important that the public understands the distinction between an interim injunction that has expired, a motion on notice awaiting determination and any subsequent judicial order. Court proceedings must not be misrepresented,” the statement said.
The stakeholders noted that the continued vacancy of the Olojo stool has created a leadership gap affecting community mobilisation, economic advancement, cultural preservation and grassroots development.
They appealed to Governor Ademola Adeleke to give the succession matter urgent attention within the ambit of the law and subsisting judicial directives.
“Ojo is a peaceful community. Our people deserve the same opportunities for progress and development being enjoyed by other communities across Osun State,” the statement added.
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