The traditional ruler of Ijora and Iganmu Kingdom in Lagos State, Oba AbdulFatai Oyegbemi, has relieved six palace chiefs of their duties after they attended a Labour Party campaign event in Apapa without his consent.
The monarch, in a statement released Tuesday, said the chiefs breached palace protocol by appearing at the political gathering and allegedly presenting themselves as his representatives—an action he described as both misleading and disrespectful to the authority of the throne.
The affected chiefs are 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).
Oba Oyegbemi disclosed that he had convened a palace meeting on Monday with the chiefs in question and the Ojora Council to address the issue. He noted that their attendance at the political event, done without prior consultation, amounted to impersonation and a betrayal of their traditional roles.
According to the palace statement, the monarch expressed deep disappointment, warning that no chief has the authority to speak or act on his behalf without direct authorization. He stressed that all titleholders are expected to serve as loyal custodians of the kingdom’s customs and traditions.
The monarch said the removal of the chiefs was necessary to maintain discipline and uphold the integrity of the palace.
During the meeting, Oba Oyegbemi also commended the state government for its ongoing developmental efforts within the Ojora kingdom, pledging continued support for initiatives aimed at improving the community.
He urged all remaining palace officials to remain loyal, transparent, and committed to promoting unity between traditional institutions and government leadership.
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