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The Osun State Government has removed Oba Gbenga Joseph Oloyede from his position as the Apetumodu of Ipetumodu with immediate effect.

The announcement was conveyed on behalf of the state government in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, on Tuesday.

Alimi stated that the decision followed consultations, legal review, and approval by the State Executive Council.

He explained that the action was taken in line with the provisions of the Osun State Chiefs Law, as amended, along with other relevant legal frameworks governing traditional institutions.

According to the government, “Oba Oloyede was convicted in the United States over offences related to COVID-19 fraud and is currently serving a prison sentence.

“The decision was reached after due consultation, legal consideration and approval by the State Executive Council.”

The government further announced that all instruments of authority previously issued to the monarch, including the staff of office, have been withdrawn.

It added that the stool of the Apetumodu of Ipetumodu has been declared vacant pending further processes.

“The government will, in due course, outline the process for succession in line with established customary and legal procedures,” Alimi said.

Security agencies have been directed to maintain peace and order in the community, while residents, kingmakers, and stakeholders have been urged to remain calm, law-abiding, and peaceful.

Ipetumodu is the headquarters of Ife North Local Government Area, and the Apetumodu was sentenced by a U.S. court in 2025 for COVID-19 fraud.

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