People of Ita-Akun, Ikire, in the Irewole local government area of Osun State, have accused some top government officials of engaging in the sale of chieftaincy and obaship positions to the highest bidders, without following the proper selection process for such prestigious traditional titles. The leaders called upon the state governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, to address the matter before it escalates further. The spokesperson for the community brought to the governor’s attention the appointment and installation of Morufu Adesoji Fabowale as the Sooko of Ita-Akun, raising objections to the process followed. The spokesperson highlighted that Fabowale hails from the Molaja house, which is not recognized as a ruling house for the purpose of chieftaincy. The community spokesperson pleaded with Governor Ademola Adeleke to reverse the appointment and installation of Morufu Fabowale as the Sooko of Ita-Akun in order to prevent a crisis within the community.

Source: Nigerian Tribune June 13, 2023 05:40 UTC