The head of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, Otunba Abdulateef Owoyemi, has called on Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun to lift the embargo imposed on the Awujale selection process. Following the indefinite suspension of the selection process by the state government, there is a rising sense of frustration and disappointment among the royal family and the people of Ijebu, including those in the diaspora. Owoyemi expressed this sentiment through a media interview, indicating that many community members are eager for updates on when a new Awujale will be appointed.

In his appeal, Owoyemi acknowledged the support the governor has provided thus far but emphasized that it is crucial for the selection process to be completed swiftly. The overriding sentiment from concerned Ijebu indigenes, both domestically and abroad, is that the prolonged delay is untenable and is causing considerable distress within the community. Many members of the Ijebu populace are expressing their anxieties regarding the uncertainty of leadership as the selection of a new Awujale remains on hold.

This situation highlights the importance of traditional leadership within the Ijebu community and the cultural significance attached to the role of Awujale. The lifting of the embargo could restore a sense of normalcy and expectations for future leadership. As calls for action increase, it will be interesting to see how Governor Abiodun responds to the demands from the community and if he will indeed lift the restrictions to facilitate this essential process for the Ijebu people.