Police arrest Ondo man for self-coronation as Olujare of Ijare
The police command has confirmed the arrest of a self-acclaimed traditional ruler, Adekolajo Aladeseyi, for installing himself as the Olujare of Ijare in Ifedore LGA.
Four other individuals who allegedly participated in the installation process were also arrested.
Police commissioner Olutokunbo Afolabi, while confirming the arrest, said that Mr Aladeseyi was apprehended on the order of the state government.
The police chief explained that the installation ceremony by Mr Aladeseyi did not follow the legal process, nor receive the local government or state government approval.
“This action was necessary to maintain peace and prevent a potential breakdown of law and order in the community.
“The suspects’ conduct was unlawful, and their actions could have resulted in violence,” he stated.
The police said the suspects would be prosecuted after the investigations were concluded.
Some kingmakers and royal families in Ijare had kicked against the alleged installation of Mr Aladeseyi as the community’s ruler, alleging that they were not part of the selection process as required by the law.
The stool of the Olujare, a first class traditional ruler, became vacant following the death of Oba Adebamigbe Oluwagbemigun, Kokotiri II, four years ago.
(NAN)
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