In October 2023, the Oyo State High Court in Ogbomoso nullified the selection and installation of Oba Ghandi Olaoye as the Soun of Ogbomoso. Presiding Judge K.A. Adedokun ruled that the nomination process did not comply with the legal provisions outlined in the Soun Chieftaincy Declaration of 1958. The suit was initiated by Prince Muhammed Olaore and six others, who contested the legitimacy of Oba Olaoye’s appointment.
Appeal Court’s Decision
On February 18, 2025, the Court of Appeal in Ibadan overturned the lower court’s decision, affirming Oba Ghandi Olaoye’s selection and installation as the Soun of Ogbomoso. The three-member panel, led by Justice Yargata Nimpar, determined that the High Court lacked jurisdiction to hear the case. The appellate court noted that the respondents failed to follow the required administrative procedure of formally expressing their dissatisfaction to the government before seeking judicial intervention. Consequently, the appeal was resolved in favor of Oba Olaoye on all ten grounds presented.
Reactions and Next Steps
Following the judgment, the respondents’ lead counsel, Mr. Abiodun Ogunjumi, expressed dissatisfaction with the appellate court’s decision. He indicated plans to challenge the ruling by filing a notice of appeal to the Supreme Court. This development suggests that the legal contestation over the Soun of Ogbomoso stool may continue, pending further judicial review.
Implications
The Appeal Court’s ruling reinforces the importance of adhering to established administrative procedures before resorting to litigation in chieftaincy matters. It also underscores the judiciary’s role in upholding traditional institutions’ selection processes, provided they align with legal and procedural standards. As the case potentially advances to the Supreme Court, the final determination will have significant implications for the Ogbomoso community and its traditional leadership structure.
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