New Awujale to Emerge Before May 2027, Abiodun Says

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Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has assured the people of Ijebuland that a new Awujale is expected to emerge before May 29, 2027, as the process to fill the vacant traditional stool continues.

The governor gave the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting in Ijebu-Ode, where representatives of various interest groups gathered to discuss community concerns and matters affecting Ogun East Senatorial District.

According to a statement issued by his Media Adviser, Kayode Akinmade, Abiodun said his administration was giving the succession process the attention it deserved and urged residents to remain calm and patient.

Key Takeaways

Governor Dapo Abiodun says a new Awujale of Ijebuland is expected to emerge before May 29, 2027.
The governor has appealed for calm and patience while the succession process is concluded.
He says the process should be peaceful and acceptable to the people.
The Awujale stool has been vacant since July 2025, following the death of Oba Sikiru Adetona.
The governor also discussed oil exploration, the proposed Gateway Deep-Sea Port and the Blue Marine Special Economic Zone at the stakeholders’ meeting.

Abiodun Calls for Calm as Succession Process Continues

Abiodun acknowledged the importance of the Awujale institution to the cultural heritage, identity and unity of Ijebuland. He appealed to residents to remain patient while the necessary processes are completed.

Quote Block 1 — Governor’s Appeal for Patience

“I acknowledge the importance of the Awujale institution to the cultural heritage, identity and unity of Ijebuland, our people should remain calm and patient as the necessary processes are being concluded.”

The governor also said his administration was working towards a peaceful conclusion that would command the support and acceptance of the community.

Quote Block 2 — Assurance of a Peaceful Process

“Our administration is giving the matter the attention it deserves, with a view to ensuring that the process is concluded peacefully and the emergence of a new Awujale enjoyed the acceptance and support of the people,” he said.

His comments place emphasis on both the completion of the succession process and the need for the outcome to be accepted by the people of Ijebuland. However, the statement does not identify a successor or give a specific date for the selection or installation of a new monarch.

Why the Awujale Succession Matters to Ijebuland

The Awujale stool has been vacant since July 2025, following the death of Oba Sikiru Adetona at the age of 91. The late monarch had reigned for 65 years, according to the source report.

The institution holds cultural significance for Ijebuland, making the process of selecting a successor an important community matter. Abiodun’s appeal for patience reflects his stated desire for the process to be completed peacefully and for the new ruler to enjoy public acceptance.

The governor’s assurance sets an expected timeline, but the actual emergence of a successor remains dependent on the completion of the relevant processes.

Governor Discusses Ogun’s Development Plans

Beyond the Awujale succession, Abiodun used the stakeholders’ meeting to discuss his administration’s development agenda and engagement with grassroots representatives.

He identified oil exploration around Eba Island and the proposed Gateway Deep-Sea Port in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area as important potential drivers of growth.

The governor also highlighted the proposed Blue Marine Special Economic Zone, saying it could attract investment, create jobs and strengthen Ogun State’s position in maritime trade, manufacturing and logistics.

These projects formed part of the wider development issues discussed at the meeting. The supplied report does not provide implementation timelines or updated investment figures for the initiatives.

Abiodun Seeks Continued Cooperation from Residents

The governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to infrastructure development and investment promotion. He also appreciated President Bola Tinubu’s support for critical projects and initiatives in Ogun State.

Abiodun called on residents to continue cooperating with the government to promote peace and development across the state.

For Ijebuland, the immediate issue remains the emergence of a new Awujale. The governor has given an assurance that this will happen before May 29, 2027, but further developments will be needed to establish when the selection process will be completed and who will succeed the late monarch.

Reader Discussion

What do you think is most important in the emergence of a new Awujale: a peaceful process, community acceptance, or the timely completion of the succession? Share your views respectfully in the comments.