The Ogun State Government has suspended the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North Local Government Area, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, over alleged involvement in partisan political activities.
The suspension, which takes immediate effect, was approved by the State Executive Council pending a comprehensive investigation into the allegations against the monarch.
The decision was conveyed in a letter dated October 20, 2026, signed by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat.
According to the letter, the state government acted following several complaints concerning the monarch's conduct, particularly his alleged participation in overtly partisan political activities, some of which were reportedly publicised by him.
The government maintained that the involvement of traditional rulers in partisan politics was contrary to customary law and prohibited under the relevant statutes.
It warned that such conduct could undermine the dignity and neutrality of the traditional institution, as well as threaten peaceful coexistence among residents with different political affiliations.
The government explained that the suspension was necessary to preserve peace, maintain order and promote good governance in Ogun State, particularly within Iselu Kingdom, while the allegations were being investigated.
The suspension was imposed pursuant to Section 52(1) of the Ogun State Obas and Chiefs Law, 2021.
As part of the conditions attached to the suspension, Oba Akinyemi was directed to vacate the palace and refrain from entering the premises throughout the period of his suspension.
He was also instructed not to present himself as, or claim recognition as, the Eselu of Iselu Kingdom while the suspension remained in force.
Furthermore, the monarch was prohibited from wearing or using any crown, whether beaded or otherwise, ileke, beaded staff, irukere or other traditional insignia associated with the office of an Oba.
The state government also directed Oba Akinyemi to make himself available promptly for any meeting or sitting convened as part of the investigation into the allegations.
Copies of the suspension letter were forwarded to the Secretary of Yewa North Local Government and the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, for their information and necessary action.
The government said the suspension would remain in effect pending the outcome of the investigation into the allegations against the monarch.