The Oniru of Iruland , Oba Omogbolahan Lawal , says he has suspended the palace official who was caught on camera fighting with Tijani Oniru , one of the sons of the immediate past Oniru .
Oba Lawal , however , said in a statement by his media office that reports have it that it was Tijani ’ s men that first attacked his palace officials before they retaliated .
The statement read in part , “ On Sunday, July 5 , 2020 , a rather regrettable incident occurred within the Oniru Estate Neighbourhood ( close to Millennium Estate gate ) which culminated in an altercation between some officials of Oniru ’ s palace and a group led by Prince Tijani Oniru .
“ A team of palace officials led by Prince Murisiku Ajasa were allegedly accosted by Prince Tijani Oniru and some other persons . The palace officials were on a routine inspection to supervise the work being done by an inventory and enumeration group .
“ In the ensuing heated argument , it was alleged that Prince Tijani Oniru slapped the leader of the palace officials who was also alleged to have retaliated . Fortunately, the police quickly intervened to prevent further escalation . ”
Oba Lawal said he had ordered an investigation into the incident and the conduct of the palace officials .
He said he would not tolerate or condone any acts of violence , lawlessness and recourse to self - help .
The statement added , “ Notwithstanding the provocative affront to the authority of the Oniru and desecration tradition , the Oniru warned palace officials to remain emotionally stable in the discharge of their duties even in the face of provocation . In addition , he sees no reason or excuse for violence in Iruland .
“ Consequently , kabiyesi has directed the palace administrator to immediately suspend the official involved in the incident pending full investigation . His majesty enjoins all parties to desist from all forms of violence and uphold peace , law and order . ”
The PUNCH had reported how the crisis between the children of the late Oniru of Iruland, Oba Idowu Abiodun ; and his successor , Oba Lawal , had degenerated into violent confrontations .
The violence , it was learnt , was over the control of some properties in highbrow Oniru , Eti Osa local government area of Lagos State .
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