Oyo State Government Affirms Dr. Balogun's Position

The Oyo State Government has intervened to prevent the removal of Dr. Saka Adegbite Balogun from his position as the Balogun of Ogbomoso land. In a statement issued by Hon. Ademola Ojo, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, the government described the alleged removal by Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, the Soun of Ogbomoso land, as an "aberration" and contrary to the existing laws governing traditional council operations in the state.

The statement referenced CAP 28, Section 26(1) of the Chiefs Law of Oyo State (2000), which stipulates that only the executive governor has the authority to appoint, suspend, or depose a Part II recognized chieftaincy holder. Consequently, the Oyo State Government reaffirmed Dr. Saka Adegbite Balogun's position as the duly recognized Balogun of Ogbomoso land.