IJEBU-ODE – The protracted succession dispute surrounding the revered Awujale of Ijebuland stool has entered a new phase as popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as K1 De Ultimate, has filed a lawsuit seeking judicial intervention.
The suit, filed against the Ogun State Government, the Awujale Interregnum Administrative Council, and the Chairman of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, marks a significant escalation, moving the traditionally delicate succession process into the formal legal arena.
The legal action shifts the framework of the dispute from internal royal family deliberations and administrative oversight to one of judicial interpretation. The case is expected to examine the intricate intersection of customary law, traditional protocols, and modern statutory regulations governing royal succession in Ogun State.
By taking this step, K1 De Ultimate, a prominent figure within the Ijebu community, is seeking legal clarity and resolution. The lawsuit places the judiciary at the center of a historically and culturally significant institution, highlighting the evolving dynamics between traditional authority and state governance structures.
As the court process begins, attention will focus on the legal arguments presented and the potential implications for the selection process of the next Awujale. The state government and the named traditional bodies are yet to issue formal public responses to the legal filing.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as more details emerge from the court proceedings.
