Culture

Osun Obas Condemn Ekiti Monarchs’ Killing

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By Folake Oye

Osun State Council of Obas has expressed shock and sadness over the recent murder of two traditional rulers in Ekiti State 

This is contained in a statement signed on behalf of the Osun State Council of Obas by the Elerinmo of Erinmo-Ijesa, Oba Michael Ajayi after their monthly statutory meeting.

The council, which was presided over by the Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Lawal on behalf of the Chairman, Osun State Council of Obas, Ooni of Ife, Oba Eniitan Ogunwusi described the incident as sad, shocking, and condemnable

While commiserating with the families of the departed as well as the Ekiti State government, the council tasked the government to allocate funds to the Amotekun security personnel and equip them with sophisticated weapons to be able to combat crimes.

The Osun monarchs called on the government to do what is necessary to protect the lives of its citizens, stressing that the issue of state security must revisited as a matter of urgency

The council appealed to the government to empower traditional rulers by giving them constitutional roles to support and offer advice on ways to improve security in their communities.

The Osun State Council of Obas also sympathised with the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oyo State Government as well as families of those who lost their lives in the recent explosion at Bodija Estate in Ibadan

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Culture

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

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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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