The Oyo State High Court in Ogbomoso has invalidated the selection of Oba Ghandi Olaoye as the new Soun of Ogbomoso. The court ruling came as a result of a lawsuit filed by Prince Kabir Olaoye, who contested the legitimacy of Ghandi’s appointment and the process that led to his emergence.
In the lawsuit, Prince Kabir alleged irregularities in the selection process, claiming that Ghandi was not validly nominated by the Laoye Ruling House.
Justice Kareem Adedokun, delivering his judgment in favor of Prince Kabir, ruled that the process leading to Ghandi’s appointment was riddled with illegalities. The judge declared the nomination, approval by the state government, and installation by the kingmakers null and void.
Consequently, the court granted the plaintiff’s prayer to set aside the nomination and ordered a fresh selection process. However, a source from the palace has stated that they intend to appeal the court’s decision.
The source assured the public to remain calm, as they believe the conflicting judgments will be resolved by the Appeal Court.
