The State High Court sitting in Ile-Ife has delivered a landmark judgment today, 30th January 2025, nullifying the executive order and white paper on the Owa of Igbajo stool.
In a decisive judgment, Justice Ayoola affirmed Oba Phillip Adegboyega Famodun III as the legitimate Owa of Igbajo, effectively overturning the government's decision.
The court's judgment was based on several key findings. Notably, the report of the Chieftaincy Review Committee was not presented in court, and Oba Famodun was not extended an invitation to attend the enquiry.
Furthermore, the court held that Oba Famodun's nomination and appointment were in accordance with the Igbajo Chieftaincy Declaration.
The judge also observed that the government's actions were contradictory, as it had initially appointed Oba Famodun, only to later condemn its own process and authority. This contradiction rendered the government's decision to remove Oba Famodun unconstitutional.
In conclusion, Justice Ayoola declared Oba Famodun's removal unconstitutional, and the White Paper issued to remove him ill-advised and of no effect.
This judgment marks a significant development in the dispute over the Owa of Igbajo stool.
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