Alaafin charges Shina Peller on peace, prosperity of Yorubaland

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi lll has enjoined member representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Iwajowa/Kajola Federal Constituency at the Federal House of Representatives, Honourable Shina Peller, to move the Yoruba race forward, defend its cultural integrity, and bring about peace and prosperity of its Yoruba.

He gave this charge on Saturday, August 28, during the conferment of chieftain titles on Honourable Shina Peller and Dr Babajide Ademola Agunbiade as the Ayedero and Atobaase of Yorubaland respectively.

He said: “Yoruba culture consists of cultural philosophy, religion, and folktales. We have rich and diverse culture ranging from our religion, festivals, food, music, art, among others. The role and depth of Oyo’s influence in nurturing a Yoruba identity and consciousness among the Yorubas have continued to resonate across generations and boundaries.

“The Ayedero of Yorubaland that I confer on Peller literarily means the one who brings peace and prosperity to the world. Peller is ordained to elevate his people and bring peace and prosperity to the world.”

In his address, Peller expressed delight with the newly conferred chieftaincy title. He promised to uphold the tradition and unique culture of the Yoruba people.

Hon Peller disclosed that the Alaafin was the first person who encouraged him to delve into politics and contest for election in service of the people of the state.

He said, “the Alaafin of Oyo was the first person that, from his vast health of wisdom, advised me to join politics and contest for election in service of our people. As my father, I heeded his wise counsel, and today, even though politics is challenging, I have never regretted the fact that I listened to his advice.

“In carrying the responsibilities that come with this honour, I am mindful of those cherished lessons and values that I learnt from Oba Adeyemi. He taught me that nothing in life is constant; that we must spend our time and effort in service of our people; and that there are times things will get difficult but we must be steadfast.”

Hon Peller further stated that the new chieftaincy title conferred on him by the Alaafin has given him a larger platform to continue to promote peace and prosperity in the Yoruba land.

“Just as the Alaafin believes in me to boost peace and prosperity in our land and make things easy for all, I will not disappoint him and will rise to the expectations of my new role as the Ayedero of Yorubaland,” he added.

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