The Ogun State Government has suspended the Olorile of Orile-Ifo,Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi for six months for engaging in conduct unbecoming and uncharacteristic of an Oba.
This decision was made following an invitation extended to the embattled monarch and his victim by the Honourable Commissioner, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hazmat, for interrogation purposes.
This action became necessary due to Oba Ogunjobi’s alleged reckless utterances and public misconduct, which were evident on social media and widely disseminated in the public domain.
A release by the state government through the Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Information and Strategy, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, stated that the measure was taken to maintain the dignity of individuals and protect the sanctity of the revered traditional institutions.
“Following the investigation conducted on the matter, the Kabiyesi has been suspended and stripped of the paraphernalia of the stool of Olorile-Ifo, pending the determination of his culpability or otherwise regarding the allegations. The aforementioned decision was duly reached,” he stated.
Meanwhile, the Ogun State Police Command has taken cognizance of a disturbing video circulating on social media, in which an elderly man, Mr. Areola Abraham was seen prostrating while being subjected to verbal abuse and assault by Oba Abdulsemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile Ifo.
Given the gravity of the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, has ordered a thorough and discreet investigation into the matter, and further assures to adhere to the rule of law and fundamental human rights principles in the instant case.
Both parties reported at the State Criminal Investigation Department Eleweran, and their statements were obtained
The Ogun State Police Command unequivocally condemns any form of assault, harassment and violence regardless of the individuals involved.
The command will ensure that justice is served and members of the public will be abreast of relevant updates in due course.
