The development followed a palace meeting held on Monday, June 30, 2025, where Oba Oyegbemi declared the Chiefs’ actions as unacceptable.
The Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom, Oba AbdulFatai Aromire Oyegbemi, has taken action against six of his Chiefs, dethroning them for violating palace protocol and impersonating the monarch at a political event.
Those removed from their traditional positions are; Chief Lateef Ojora (Bale Alaba Oro), Chief Saliu Biliamin (Bale Alafia Dodoro), Chief Taiwo Hassan (Bale Oke Ira), Chief Idris Oladipupo Ojora (Bale Abule Kere), Chief Hakeem Oseni (Bale Mosafejo Amukoko), and Chief Sule Raji Balogun (Balogun of Abule Kere).
The development followed a palace meeting held on Monday, June 30, 2025, where Oba Oyegbemi declared the Chiefs’ actions as unacceptable
The six were accused of attending a Labour Party campaign flag-off event in Apapa without royal approval—an act considered as impersonating the traditional ruler.
In a statement released on Monday, “Following the outcome of this event, which unfolded without his prior knowledge, Kabiyesi Ojora summoned the Bales, Balogun, and the Ojora Councils to his ancient Palace for clarification.
“In a tone marked by disappointment and authority, Kabiyesi stated that the Chiefs’ actions were in violation of their duties.
“He reiterated that no Chief should make decisions or act on his behalf without his explicit consent, as they all serve to represent him and uphold the traditions of the land.