Osun State government has deposed Oba Gbenga Joseph Oloyede, from the stool of Apetumodu of Ipetumodu in Ife North local government area of the state with immediate effect.
A statement made available by the commissioner for information and public enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, said Oloyede was deposed following due consultation, legal review, and approval by the State Executive Council (EXCO).
Oba Gbenga Joseph Oloyede, was convicted in the US for COVID-19 fraud and is currently serving a jail term in the United States of America.
The statement by the commissioner read in part, “This decision was taken in accordance with the Osun State Chiefs Law (as amended) and other relevant legal provisions guiding traditional institutions in the state.”
The statement added that the staff of office and instruments of authority earlier issued to the monarch have been withdrawn and the stool of Apetumodu of Ipetumodu declared vacant.
“The government will, in due course, communicate the appropriate steps regarding succession in line with customary and legal frameworks,” it stated.
While security agencies have been directed to ensure maintenance of peace and order in the affected community, the government called on all residents of Ipetumodu, kingmakers, ruling houses, and stakeholders to remain calm, law-abiding, and peaceful.
Osun State government declared its commitment to preserve the sanctity of traditional institutions and ensure due process in all chieftaincy matters.
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