- The appellate court’s decision has effectively reaffirmed Oba Ghandi Olaoye legitimacy as the Soun of Ogbomoso.
- The ruling provides closure on the dispute surrounding the traditional leadership in Ogbomoso, restoring stability to the community and its residents.
The Court of Appeal in Ibadan has reversed a previous ruling and affirmed the appointment of Oba Ghandi Olaoye as the Soun of Ogbomoso, Eko Hot Blog reports.
Justice Yargata Nimpar, leading a three-member panel, ruled in favor of Oba Ghandi Olaoye on all ten grounds of appeal.
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The initial judgment by Justice K. A. Adedokun of the Oyo State High Court had declared Oba Ghandi Olaoye’s selection process “irregular, null, and void” due to non-compliance with the 1958 Soun Chieftaincy Declaration.
However, the appellate court’s decision has effectively reaffirmed Oba Olaoye’s legitimacy as the Soun of Ogbomoso.
The ruling provides closure on the dispute surrounding the traditional leadership in Ogbomoso, restoring stability to the community and its residents.
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