The Ondo State High Court in Okitipupa has issued an interim order restraining Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and other state officials from installing or recognizing any monarch in Alagbon Community. The court's decision came after a suit was filed challenging the government's decision to install Prince Olusola Joseph Ajaka as the Gbogunron of Idi-Ogba Alagbon.
Background of the Suit
- *Plaintiffs' Claims*: The plaintiffs, High Chief Isaiah Adewole Demehin and Chief Mallon Ogede, alleged that a commissioner from the state government, who hails from the Gbogunron family, exerted undue influence to impose his family on Alagbon.
- *Court's Decision*: Justice Temitope Adedipe granted an interim injunction restraining the Ondo State Government and its officials from taking further steps on the matter.
Details of the Court's Ruling
- *Status Quo*: The court directed that all parties in the case maintain the status quo pending the determination of the suit.
- *Hearing*: The case has been adjourned for hearing of the motion on notice for interlocutory injunction and the eventual determination of the substantive case.
Implications
- *Traditional Institutions*: The court's decision highlights the complexities surrounding traditional institutions in Nigeria and the need for careful consideration in matters of monarch installation.
- *Governor's Plans*: The governor's plans to install a monarch in Alagbon community have been put on hold pending the outcome of the suit [1].
