The Igbaro family of Ojaja Compound in Ile-Ife, Osun State, has appealed for peace and understanding among members of the Ojaja family over the sharing and management of landed properties inherited from the late Oba Olasoni Orayigba, Ojaja I, a former Ooni of Ife.
Addressing journalists at a press conference, Prince Awoyefa Teslim Eyitayo, on behalf of the family, said the Igbaro family remains committed to resolving all inheritance issues peacefully and in line with tradition and the law.
He explained that the appeal became necessary due to growing misinformation and unauthorized claims over the properties left behind by the late monarch.
According to him, the land located at Fasina Village along Ibadan Road covers about three thousand acres and is jointly owned by the descendants of the late Ooni’s eight children.
Prince Awoyefa clarified that the property has not been formally partitioned, warning that any sale or encroachment without the consent of all recognized family representatives is illegal.
He noted that the family had attended several peace meetings convened by respected traditional rulers and high chiefs, but that the matter was yet to be fully resolved.
He urged all concerned parties to embrace dialogue and harmony, and advised prospective buyers to verify all transactions through legitimate representatives to avoid fraudulent deals.
The family reaffirmed that the lands and estates in Moore Quarters and Fasina Village remain jointly owned by the descendants of the late monarch’s children, adding that previous meetings in 2012 and 2022 could not produce a final sharing arrangement due to lingering disagreements.
They expressed gratitude to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, describing him as a peace-loving and visionary monarch whose leadership continues to promote unity and justice.
The family expressed confidence that his intervention, if needed, would help restore lasting peace within the compound.
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