The Ogun State Government has suspended Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile-Ifo, for six months over alleged misconduct deemed unbefitting of his royal status.
Alhaji Ganiu Hamzat, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, announced the suspension in a statement issued in Abeokuta on Monday. He said the action was taken to uphold the dignity of traditional institutions and protect public decorum.
Hamzat explained that the decision followed an investigation into a viral video showing the monarch engaging in “reckless utterances and public misconduct.” Both the traditional ruler and the affected individual were invited for questioning at the ministry before the suspension was finalized.
“Following the investigation, Oba Ogunjobi has been suspended and stripped of the paraphernalia of his office pending further review of his involvement in the matter,” Hamzat stated.
He added that the decision was reached in collaboration with the Egba Traditional Council, in line with Section 52(1) of the Obas and Chiefs’ Law of Ogun State, 2021.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining order and warned that no individual, regardless of status, would be allowed to undermine the dignity of residents.
