Our practice of Chieftancy Law at Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, SAN & Co., helps to address the intersection of customary law, state statutes, and constitutional provisions in the selection, appointment, installation, and removal of traditional rulers such as Obas and Chiefs.

Our legal practitioners helps to resolve disputes over succession, land management by positioning themselves as legal representation of royal families before specialized tribunals and high courts.

We represent clients and engage properly in:

1. Succession Disputes: Litigating issues of eligibility, nomination, and election among ruling houses.

2. Installation & Recognition: Ensuring compliance with state-specific laws (e.g., Obas and Chiefs Law) to secure official government recognition.

3. Chieftaincy Tribunals: Representing clients before specialized panels, such as the Lagos State Chieftaincy Tribunal, which hold primary jurisdiction over disputes.

4. Deposition & Discipline: Managing legal challenges to the removal or discipline of traditional rulers.

4. Customary Law Advocacy: Interpreting lineage records and oral traditions to establish legitimacy.