Cordial relationships with royal fathers, a priority – Gov. Adeleke

By Funmi Ojo

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, says his administration will prioritize cordial relationships with traditional institutions, noting that relating with people at the grassroots is best facilitated by royal fathers.

Governor Adeleke who stated this at the second strategic consultative meeting with the state’s royal fathers, unveiled an integrated support package for Osun State Council of Obas.

The governor noted that the royal fathers are the custodians of culture with a deep affinity with the people, stressing that productive collaboration with traditional rulers is the foundation for successful governance.

He said the state government would build a befitting Council of Obas Secretariat as well as enrol the royal fathers into the health insurance scheme to support them medically.

He also assured that the state government would continue to support the kings for the successful hosting of their town days, and facilitate a public-private partnership for town development through town day celebrations.

The governor, while addressing issues raised by the royal fathers, promised to tackle controversies over the elevation of Obas, review of Obaship laws, the release of white papers on some kingship stools and the role of royal fathers in state governance.

Responding, the Chairman of the Osun State Council of Obas, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi commended the governor for his good governance records and service delivery to the people.

Oba Ogunwusi who appreciated the governor for his partnership with the council and embracing the hands of fellowship by the royal fathers pledged full support for the success of the present administration.

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