The Ojora of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom, Oba AbdulFatai Oyeyinka Aremu Aromire Oyegbemi, has caused a major stir in Lagos after he officially dethroned six high-ranking chiefs for attending the Labour Party’s campaign flag-off event in Apapa — without his consent.
During a palace meeting held on Monday, June 30, 2025, the monarch expressed deep disappointment, stating that the chiefs’ unauthorized political involvement was a blatant act of disloyalty and disrespect to the traditional institution.
The affected chiefs include Chief Lateef Ojora (Bale Alaba Oro), Chief Saliu Biliamin (Bale Alafia Dodoro), Chief Taiwo Hassan (Bale Oke Ira), Chief Idris Ojora (Bale Abule Kere), Chief Hakeem Oseni (Bale Mosafejo Amukoko), and Chief Sule Balogun (Balogun of Abule Kere).
According to a statement released by the palace, the Oba emphasized that no chief under his authority is permitted to take political actions or represent the kingdom without his express approval. “They serve to represent me and the traditions of our land,” he firmly stated.
The dethronement highlights the importance of unity, discipline, and loyalty within the Ojora Kingdom’s traditional leadership. Oba Oyegbemi also used the occasion to commend the current administration for its developmental strides in Ojora land and pledged continued royal support for the government’s efforts.
This bold move by Kabiyesi has sparked widespread reactions and opened up conversations about the role of traditional rulers in modern politics.
