Former lawmaker, Senator Hamzat Ayoade Adeseun, has resigned from his position as Mayegun of Ogbomosoland, citing concerns over leadership style, rising tension, and alleged divisive actions within the ancient town.
Adeseun’s resignation follows his earlier indefinite suspension from the chieftaincy title by the Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, over alleged acts of insubordination and disrespect to the palace.
In Adeseun’s resignation letter, he disclosed that his resignation takes immediate effect, noting that the decision had been under consideration since the early months of the monarch’s ascension. He stated that he initially delayed stepping down out of respect for the institution and in honour of the late Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, who conferred the title on him about five years ago.
Adeseun resigns as Mayegun of Ogbomoso, accuses Soun of division, abuse of authority
Eboselume Olutola13 hours ago
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By Adejayan Gbenga
Former lawmaker, Senator Hamzat Ayoade Adeseun, has resigned from his position as Mayegun of Ogbomosoland, citing concerns over leadership style, rising tension, and alleged divisive actions within the ancient town.
Adeseun’s resignation follows his earlier indefinite suspension from the chieftaincy title by the Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, over alleged acts of insubordination and disrespect to the palace.
In Adeseun’s resignation letter, he disclosed that his resignation takes immediate effect, noting that the decision had been under consideration since the early months of the monarch’s ascension. He stated that he initially delayed stepping down out of respect for the institution and in honour of the late Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade III, who conferred the title on him about five years ago.
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Speaking at a press conference, the former senator alleged a growing leadership crisis in Ogbomoso, accusing the monarch of actions he said had undermined the long-standing peace and unity of the town, adding that disputes involving other traditional rulers, including the Olugbon of Orile Igbon and the Onpetu of Ijeru, as well as interference in religious matters, had heightened tension within the community.
Adeseun also alleged attempts to influence the leadership of the Ogbomoso Central Mosque and remove the Chief Imam, which he said caused friction within the Muslim community, claiming that interventions by religious bodies, including the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and the Christian Association of Nigeria, had yet to resolve the dispute.
He further accused the monarch of targeting community-based organisations and prominent individuals, including socio-cultural groups such as Ogbomoso Parapo Worldwide, and alleged harassment of some respected community leaders and market figures.
The former Mayegun also highlighted his contributions to the development of Ogbomosoland, including facilitating the establishment of the National Biotechnology Development Agency centre in Onipanu and the Federal Polytechnic Ayede.
He equally called on the Oyo State Government and relevant authorities to intervene urgently to restore peace in the town, warning that continued unrest could pose wider security risks. Despite his resignation, Adeseun reaffirmed his commitment to the peace, unity, and development of Ogbomosoland and urged stakeholders to embrace dialogue to maintain harmony.
