Wasiu Ayinde rejected in bid for Awujale throne
Popular fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde has been denied recognition by the Fusengbuwa ruling house in his attempt to become the next Awujale of Ijebuland. Despite submitting documents and claiming lineage to the Jadiara royal family, multiple royal houses and family members have publicly disowned his claims. The controversy has attracted attention, especially given Ayinde's known ties to President Bola Tinubu. The ruling house has set December 15, 2025, for the nomination of legitimate candidates.
What we know
- Wasiu Ayinde's application to the Fusengbuwa ruling house was rejected after investigations found no proof of his royal lineage.
- Both the Jadiara and Bubiade royal families, as well as the Oduneye family, have denied any connection to Ayinde.
- The Fusengbuwa ruling house declared his lineage documents "null, void, and of no consequence" in a letter dated December 11, 2025.
- Despite the rejection, Ayinde insists he is qualified through both the Fusengbuwa and Fidipote ruling houses.
- The official nomination for the next Awujale is scheduled for December 15, 2025, with his name excluded from the list of candidates.
