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Yoruba Monarchs Call for Redesigning of Security Architecture

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By Zion Oyelade 

Following the recent security threat occasioned by the suspected invaders, Yoruba traditional rulers have called for a redesigning of the security architecture that would recognize the peculiarity of each region.

This is contained in a communique read on behalf of the Yoruba Crowns at the end of the Security Summit put together by Ile Oodua held at Ojaja Arena, Ife Grand Resort and Industrial Hub, Ile Ife, Osun State.

The Summit which attracted over one hundred and fifty Kings led by Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi including Aare Ona Kakanfo, Iba Gani Adams, Araba Awo of Osogbo, Ifayemi Elebuibon, Amotekun Commandant of Ondo, and host of others converged on Ojaja Arena to deliberate on the security challenge facing the region.

Speaking, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke who described the summit as timely and non-partisan said bringing the Yoruba race back to her cultural values and uniting against traditional threats were the way to go.

Senator Adeleke who was represented by his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi maintained that it was high time the traditional rulers re-embrace the traditional science and language for total development.

In his submission, the Summit Converner, Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi said the summit was organized to arrest the coming threat aimed at destabilizing the peace and progress of Yoruba land.

Delivering his paper on Kidnapping and Banditry by the Chairman, Police Service Commission, Mr Solomon Arase and Araba Awo of Osogbo, Baba Ifayemi Elebuibon who spoke on ‘Yoruba Legacy of African Science: Overcoming the Twin Menace’ said the main motive behind this had been for economic expansion by some marauders, saying the menace had largely been responsible for the recent food insecurity ravaging the Yoruba land.

They said any attempt by modern religion to brush off Yoruba of her culture, especially traditional science should be rejected.

Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Iba Gani Adams who advocated a law forbidding any king that refused to be cultured before being enthroned, added that Amotekun and other local security outfits should be properly structured to involve the forestry department that would take the fight to them.

According to the communique which was read by Professor Siyan Oyeweso, Yoruba traditional rulers who also demanded that the country be returned to a Parliamentary System of government said this would not only confer them a legal role but would make each region develop at their pace as it was in the first Republic.

The summit resolved to present a bill to President Bola Tinubu as an executive bill to the National Assembly to legalise the resolutions of the traditional authorities of Yoruba.

Other notable personalities at the summit were Chief Sunday Adeyemo popularly known as Sunday Igboho, Chief Akin Oshuntokun, Chief Shuiab Oyedokun, Nigerian Security Agencies, local security outfits and others.

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History Behind The Saying in Yoruba Land “ Iku Ya Ju Esin Lo”

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In Yorubaland, Southwestern Nigeria, ‘ku’ means death, ‘ya’ means better or preferred while ‘ęsin’ means ignominy.

Thus, the Yoruba construct of ‘iku ya j’ęsin’ means ‘death is better than (or preferred to) ignominy’. In sharp contrast to what obtains in the highly individualistic Yoruba contemporary society, in traditional and communalistic Yoruba societies, a high premium was placed on honour, integrity, honesty and dignity.

Thus, individuals kept their names (orukọ) and those of their families and forbears (orukọ ębi) unimpaired and inviolable.

Indeed, ‘orukọ rere’ (good name) was the standard of measurement of an individual’s or family’s reputation in traditional Yoruba societies, hence the construct ‘orukọ rere san ju wura’ (good name is preferred to wealth).

But then, there were occasions when imminent military defeat, severe physical disability, serious health challenges, frustration, despondency, hopelessness and guilt threatened the honour and dignity of individuals, families or communities, and prompted them to resort to suicide.

Some argue that the Yoruba construct of ‘iku ya j’ęsin’ was an invitation to suicide in Yoruba traditional societies.

Although, like any other people, modernization has significantly altered and
considerably modified the culture, taste, worldview, traditional values and belief system of the Yoruba; yet, till date, many Yoruba still commit suicide.

The question then is: Do the Yoruba of Southwestern Nigeria still commit suicide for the same reasons for which their ancestors and forebears committed suicide?

Culled/Titilayo Kupoliyi

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Aare Mùsùlùmí Of Yorubaland Declares Support For FRCN Ibadan

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Radio Nigeria has been described as a broadcast outfit fulfilling its national mandate

Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta, Alhaji Dawud Akinola stated this when the Management of the station led by to its Zonal Director, Mrs Bolatito Joseph paid him a courtesy visit at his Kola Babalakin Crescent, Ikolaba.

Alhaji Akinola , who explained that Radio Nigeria had consistently remained in the forefront of promoting unity in the country, said the Aare-in-council was ready to collaborate with the station.

The Aare Musulumi urged management of the station not to relent in its mandate of uplifting people and uniting the Nation.

Alhaji Akinola added that Federal government on its part should sure that the country remains an entity for growth and development.

Earlier, the zonal Director Mrs Bolatito Joseph said the visit was to seek his f support in ensuring peace in Nigeria, and for the progress of Oyo state.

Mrs Joseph who appreciated the Aare -in-council for its past support, said Radio Nigeria covet the continual assistance.

Funmi Obagbayegun

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Soun’s Death, Great Loss to Yorubaland and Nigeria – Youth and Sports Minister

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The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare has described the death of the Soun of Ogbomosho, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Jimoh Oladunni Oyewumi JP CON, CFR, Ajagungbade III, as a huge loss to yorubaland and Nigeria.

The Minister, who holds the traditional title of AGBAAKIN of Ogbomosho land, described Oba Oyewumi as a leader with capacity, influence, affluence and wisdom, who was the architect of modern day Ogbomosho and was very committed to the welfare and development of Ogbomosho land. He was also a lover and promoter of sports.

The Soun passed on in the early hours of today, Sunday, December 12, 2021 at the ripe age of 95. He ascended the throne in October 1973, ruling for 48 years.

Minister Dare, in a press statement, said Oba Oyewumi’s reign brought peace and stability to the people and placed Ogbomosho on a higher political pedestal both at the State and national levels.

The youth and sports Minister thanked God for the eventful and fruitful life of the departed ruler and condoled with the other sons and daughters of Ogbomosho land both home and abroad, assuring all that the solid foundation laid by Oba Oyewumi will be built on.

The late Soun was known for his sagacity, humility, wisdom and cosmopolitan attributes. He is credited with the rising profile of Ogbomosho in the politics of Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole.

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Oyo Muslim Community Condoles Aare Over Wife’s Death

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Muslim Community of Oyo State has commiserated with the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta,  Alhaji Dawud Akinola  over  the death of his wife
Alhaja Halimat whose remains had been committed to mother earth.

This is contained in a condolence message by Chairman and Secretary-General of the Community, Alhaji Kunle Sanni and Alhaji Murisiku Siyanbade.

The community prayed to Almighty Allah to console Aare Musulumi and his entire family so as to bear the trial.

“We received with shock, news of the demise of your dear wife, Alhaja Halimat Akinola, whose remains were committed to mother earth on Tuesday 27th October 2021.”

“We hereby pray that Allah, repose her soul in the best Barzakh and ultimately grant her Jannatul-Firdaws, Aamin.

Ridwan Fasasi

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There will never be war in Southwest – Ooni of Ife

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Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi says despite the current challenges, there will never be war in Yoruba land and the country in general.

Addressing a group of women named “Obinrin Oodua” at his palace in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Oba Ogunwusi also assured them that the insecurity, the political and the socio-economic crises in the country would soon be over.

The co-chairman, National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria reminded the people that there was no time Yorubaland disintegrated but always remained a rallying point in the country.

Oba Ogunwusi, who appreciated the women for standing firm for Yoruba race as mothers, later prayed for them with traditional items including honey, salt, water, kolanuts and bitterkola.

Earlier, the leader of the group, Yeye Simisade Onayemi disclosed that Ifa oracle recently revealed that there could be war in Yorubaland if the insecurity across the southwest region was not nipped in the bud.

She announced that her group would be visiting five other prominent palaces for royal blessings, while the people should continue to pray fervently in the way of their ancestor to avert the war.

Adejoke Adebisi