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Lagasa Indigenes Seek Lagos Government Intervention in Obaship Dispute

Lagasa Indigenes Seek Lagos Government Intervention in Obaship Dispute

Indigenes of Lagasa Community in Ibeju-Lekki have appealed to the Lagos State Government to intervene in a dispute over the proposed installation of an Oba. The Oyinubi Ogunga Baruwa Odofin Chieftaincy Family says the Odofin family are the community’s customary indigenes and ancestral landowners. The family alleges that it was not consulted before Adeleke Nosir Yisa Ogundare Daodu was reportedly endorsed for the stool. During a peaceful protest at the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, the group called for an independent investigation into Lagasa’s history, customary ownership and traditional leadership structure. They said a fair hearing for all parties is needed to prevent the disagreement from escalating.

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mel

What process does the Lagos State Government usually follow when chieftaincy families make competing customary claims like this?

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isaac

Is there any official guideline showing how the state assesses rival customary claims before stepping in?

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M
matthew

The appeal shows how deeply questions of indigene status and traditional leadership can affect a community.

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noah

Absolutely, these matters carry identity, respect, and community harmony all in one serious package.

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peter

Government intervention may help, but it should not replace a careful hearing of the families' customary claims.

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hala

A transparent meeting with the relevant families, community representatives, and state officials could clarify the dispute before any installation proceeds.

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