President Bola Tinubu on Friday reiterated the commitment of his administration to continue to collaborate with traditional rulers robustly for the social economic development of the country.
The president stated this in Ilesa, Osun State, during the coronation of the Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland, Oba Clement Adesuyi, Hastrup, Ajimoko III.
Prominent Nigerians who converged on Ilesa for the coronation ceremony include former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Adegboye Oyetola, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja ll, and a host of other dignitaries across the country.
Also in attendance were former Osun State governor, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola; the Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdurasheed Adewale Akanbi; Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye; president, Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC), Gani Adams and Dr Adedeji Adeleke, among others.
Addressing the gathering, President Bola Tinubu who was represented by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola said, “I call for deeper collaboration between traditional authorities and government at all levels. Let us work hand in hand to confront the challenges that face our people and to deliver meaningful change – change that is visible in schools, markets, on roads and in the dignity of every citizen.
“I charge Your Majesty to continue to be a pillar of unity and a bridge between the past and the promise of tomorrow. Our nation yearns for peace, equity and progress, and traditional rulers like yourself have a vital role to play in achieving this vision. May your palace be a sanctuary of justice, dialogue and service.
“As we celebrate our new monarch, let us remember that our cultural diversity is not a burden, but a strength that enriches our national identity. In our royal institutions, we find deep wells of wisdom, guardianship and moral authority. The place of the traditional ruler remains central in promoting communal harmony, resolving conflicts, and fostering grassroots development.”
In his address, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State congratulated Owa Hastrup, assuring the monarch of his administration’s commitment to public-private partnership in all areas.
He enumerated steps taken by his administration to develop Ilesa and Ijesaland in general, saying, “In line with our promise, Ilesa is now a university town. Over 50 courses are already accredited. We are building the internal infrastructure within the university. The university management is building a credible global institution under the direction of our administration.”
