Court to Decide Ogun’s Kingmaker Standoff | Nigeria News

A legal showdown is unfolding in Ogun State as the Fusengbuwa Ruling House sues Governor Dapo Abiodun and nine kingmakers over the government’s abrupt halt to the selection of the new Awujale — a process that’s been stalled for seven months since the previous Oba’s death. The case, filed in August 2026, accuses the administration of illegal interference, even allegedly locking the palace to block meetings. With the current judge about to go on vacation, the case has been reassigned, with a new hearing set for September 23. The ruling house insists they followed all legal procedures and demand the court rule the government’s actions unlawful — while the government claims it acted out of security concerns and petitions. Ijebu-Ode can’t wait another day without its king. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a323f6e8d32b362c