…charges traditional rulers to join hands to restore peace, unity
Olufon of Ifon-Osun, Orolu Kingdom, and the President of Irepodun and Orolu Traditional Council, Oba Peter Oluwole Ipadeola Akinyooye III, on Saturday called on the Olobu of Ilobu, Oba Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan, and the Elerin of Erin-Osun, Oba Yusuff Omoloye Oyagbodun, to put an end to all forms of conflict within the three communities and join hands to restore peace and unity.
The royal father, while vowing that anyone found fueling the crisis for political gain would not only be exposed but also face the wrath of God and the full weight of the law, called on security agencies to investigate and bring to justice those instigating discord and destabilisation.
He said, “Our communities deserve peace, not political manipulation.”
In a statement issued in Osogbo, the monarch urged his fellow traditional rulers
The statement reads, “As fathers of our respective domains, the responsibility falls on us to ensure that our people return to the path of harmony, cooperation, and mutual respect.
“No kingdom thrives in the face of strife, and no people develop amidst chaos. It is time to end hostilities and work together as traditional leaders to heal the wounds inflicted by this crisis and guide our people back to peaceful coexistence.
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“I appeal to all indigenes of Ifon-Osun, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun who have been affected and displaced by this unfortunate incident to return home with the spirit of community that we once enjoyed.
“We are bound by history, culture, and kinship; let us not allow conflict to tear us apart. The prosperity of our people depends on our unity.
“Let us look beyond past grievances and personal greed and work collectively to rebuild our communities.”
He expressed appreciation for the swift intervention of the Osun State Governor, commending his decisive steps to address the situation.
“His leadership at this critical moment is commendable, and I urge the state government to leave no stone unturned in investigating those behind these heinous acts of violence.”
“No matter the misinformation or propaganda circulating on the internet, the truth must prevail, and the perpetrators of these evils must
“Furthermore , I strongly caution those attempting to politicise this communal clash for their selfish interests. Such actions are dangerous, reckless, and a betrayal of the people they claim to serve. “
“Finally , I urge every son and daughter of Ifon-Osun, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun to embrace peace, shun violence, and allow normalcy to return to our land.
“No more blood should be shed, no more homes should be destroyed, and no more livelihoods should be lost.
“Let us replace hostility with dialogue, anger with understanding, and division with unity. We are stronger together.”
“May the spirit of our ancestors guide us towards lasting peace, and may our communities flourish once again in love and harmony,” he submitted.
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