Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on the traditional rulers in the state to foster unity among themselves.
His appeal came during the coronation ceremony of his wife, Mrs. Ngozi Adeleke, as the Erelu Soludero of Erinmo Ijesa.
Represented by the State Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Tola Faseru, Adeleke expressed his gratitude to the Elerinmo of Erinmo Ijesa, Oba Odunayo Ajayi, for honoring his wife with the title, noting it as a sign of deep respect and affection for his family.
In a statement issued by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke conveyed his congratulations to his wife and reflected on the significance of the title.
He said, “I must congratulate my dear wife for this honour and the family. This chieftaincy title represents our government’s and the Adeleke family’s ongoing commitment to supporting the people of the state.
I thank Kabiyesi for this recognition. It will inspire us to do even more for Osun State.”
Adeleke also marked the royal father’s coronation anniversary and highlighted the vital role of traditional institutions.
He stated, “The contributions of our royal institutions to communal and state development are invaluable. In challenging times, our royal fathers provide essential counsel and moral support, which stabilizes governance and promotes good administration.”
He further affirmed the government’s dedication to upholding the role of traditional rulers, stating, “Our government will continue to uphold the role of traditional rulers and seek their wisdom.
We are committed to delivering the benefits of democracy and improving our people’s lives, while also urging our royal fathers to foster unity within traditional councils.”
Adeleke cautioned against actions that could lead to disunity and fragmentation, emphasizing that a unified traditional council enhances the ability of the royal fathers to influence government policies.
He expressed concern over signs of division that could undermine the integrity of traditional institutions.
