Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun says Ijebuland will have a new Awujale before May 29, as attention turns to the selection of the next traditional ruler.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has expressed confidence that Ijebuland will get a new Awujale before May 29, signalling an expected timeline for the emergence of the next monarch.
The announcement comes amid public interest in the succession process for the revered traditional stool, which holds significant cultural and historical importance among the Ijebu people.
The Awujale is one of the most prominent traditional institutions in Ogun State, with the monarch serving as a custodian of Ijebu heritage, customs and traditions.
Governor Abiodun’s statement is expected to heighten attention on the process of selecting the next ruler and the role of the relevant traditional authorities in determining who succeeds to the throne.
However, the specific arrangements and stages remaining in the succession process would need to be clarified by the authorities responsible for the selection.
The emergence of a new Awujale is expected to be a significant moment for Ijebuland, given the institution’s influence on the community’s cultural identity and traditional affairs.
