Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has assured the people of Ijebuland that a new Awujale of Ijebuland will emerge before May 29, 2027, pledging a peaceful and transparent succession process.
Abiodun gave the assurance during a stakeholders’ meeting in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun East Senatorial District, where traditional institutions, infrastructure, economic opportunities and his administration’s progress were discussed.
In a statement on Wednesday, the governor said his administration remained committed to ensuring that the process produced a widely acceptable successor to the revered throne.
“We remain committed to ensuring a peaceful, transparent and widely acceptable succession process that preserves the dignity of the revered stool and the unity of Ijebuland,” he said.
The assurance comes as attention remains on the succession process for one of the most prominent traditional stools in Ogun State.
Abiodun also highlighted emerging economic projects expected to reshape Ogun East, including crude oil exploration activities around Eba Island, the proposed Gateway Deep-Sea Port in Ogun Waterside and the Blue Marine Special Economic Zone.
According to the governor, the projects could attract industries, create jobs and strengthen the state’s position in maritime trade, logistics and industrial development.
“These strategic investments are expected to attract industries, create employment opportunities and position Ogun State as a major hub for maritime trade, logistics and industrial development,” he said.
The governor expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for the Federal Government’s support for infrastructure and investment initiatives in Ogun State.
He also commended traditional rulers, market men and women, Baales, Olorituns, hunters and other stakeholders for their cooperation and engagement with his administration.
Abiodun said his government would focus on consolidating its achievements, attracting further investments and securing a prosperous future for residents as it approaches the end of its tenure.
