Trouble looms in Oniru as new Oba’s security men attack late Oba’s son (Video)

Son of late Oba Abiodun Idowu Oniru, and brother to popular Nigerian OAP, Toolz Oniru, Prince Tijani Oniru has been seen in a viral video beaten by some men.

Onyxnews Nigeria quotes The Punch reporting that Prince Tijani was seen being beaten by men who had “security” inscribed on their outfits.

The cause of the fight could not be ascertained as of the time of this report. 

But, online sources say the reason for the attack on Sunday might be connected to properties the late king gave to his children. In the video, one of the boys can be heard accusing Tijani of slapping him, while another one joined the claim by saying he started it.

Another source who is an eyewitness, said: “The boys saw Tijani walking into the estate and accosted him. They requested that he returned the properties his late father gave him to the new Oniru of Iruland.

“But for the timely intervention of the estate’s security personnel, he’d have been beaten to a pulp by the boys,” the eyewitness said.

Prince Tijani Oniru (TJ) is a cousin to the present and 15th Oniru of Iru Land, Oba Abdul Wasiu Omogbolahan Lawal (Abisogun II) who was installed earlier June.

The late Oniru of Iruland died in 2019. 

Watch the video here

Meanwhile, the present Oniru of Iruland, Oba Omogbolahan Lawal, had issued a statement saying he has suspended the palace official who was seen on camera fighting with Tijani Oniru.

This reliable online news platform understands that Oba Lawal said in a statement released by his media office, reports that it was Tijani’s men that first attacked his palace officials before they retaliated.

The statement which was read in part, states: “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 any violence act, lawlessness and recourse to self-help.

“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 statement added.