*Support state police, gas subsidy elimination
Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan
Traditional rulers from the South West area yesterday threw their weight behind the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
This fashioned a part of tbe resolutions of their neeting held on the palace of the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, in Oke-Aremo, Ibadan.
The assembly had in attendance the host, Oba Ladoja; Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye; Olu of Ilaro, Oba Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenla; Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladewusi; Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Sefiu Adeyeri; Ebumawe of Ago Iwoye, Oba Abdulrasaq Adenugba; Ewi of Ado Ekiti, Oba Rufus Aladesanmi and Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Adesuyi Hastrup.
Others are Elegushi of Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom, Oba Saheed Ademola; Oniba of Ibaland, Oba Sulaimon Raji-Asade; Ogoga of Ikere-Ekiti, Oba Samuel Adejimi Adu- Alagbado; Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola; and Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba Adedokun Abolarin.
Also current embrace the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Gbadebo; Akarigbo of Remoland, Oba Babatunde Ajayi; Alara of Ilara Epe, Oba Olufolarin Ogunsanwo; Osolu of Irewe, Oba Abideen Durosinmi; Olofin of Isheri, Oba Sulaimon Adekunle Bamgbade; Oniru of Iru Kingdom, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan and Ajero of Ijero-Ekiti, Oba Adebayo Adewole.
Oba Gbadebo whereas studying the 10-paragraph communique issued on the finish of the closed door assembly, on behalf of the monarchs, stated they acknowledged the efforts of the Federal Government in addressing nationwide problem and advancing the event agenda of the nation.
The communique learn partially, “Traditional rulers of the Southwest met to deliberate on issues of regional and nationwide significance. After intensive discussions, the council resolved as follows:
“Reaffirmation of assist for the President: The council unanimously reaffirmed its unwavering assist for His Excellency, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and his administration. The conventional rulers acknowledged the efforts of the Federal Government in addressing nationwide challenges and advancing the event agenda of the nation.
“Mobilization of residents in assist of presidency applications: The council urged all Southwest kings and conventional rulers to proceed sensitizing and mobilizing residents inside their respective domains to assist authorities applications and insurance policies which are designed to advertise financial progress, nationwide stability, and social growth.
“Support for the state police initiative: The council expressed assist for the proposed institution of state police as a strategic measure to strengthen inner safety. Traditional rulers had been inspired to arrange and sensitize youths throughout the area to benefit from future employment and repair alternatives that will come up from the initiative.
“Position on gas subsidy: The council famous the financial realities confronting the nation and expressed assist for the Federal Government’s present place on gas subsidy. The assembly resolved that the reintroduction of gas subsidy wouldn’t serve the long-term curiosity of nationwide financial growth and financial sustainability.
“Protection and development of Southwest pursuits: The council mentioned the necessity for continued vigilance and strategic engagement in nationwide affairs to make sure that the political, financial, and developmental pursuits of the Southwest area stay adequately represented and guarded inside the Nigerian Federation.
“Promotion of nationwide unity and cohesion: Recognizing the significance of nationwide integration, the council known as for stronger collaboration and mutual understanding amongst all areas of the nation. The conventional rulers pledged to foster constructive engagement with their counterparts in Northern Nigeria and different components of the federation within the curiosity of peace, unity, and nationwide growth.
“The council noticed that the precept of rotational presidency has over time contributed considerably to political stability, inclusiveness, and nationwide cohesion throughout Nigeria. In the curiosity of equity, fairness, and the continued strengthening of nationwide unity, the council expressed the view that the rotational association must be sustained and the presidency ought to stay in Southern Nigeria within the subsequent electoral cycle, in keeping with the spirit of energy rotation that has helped protect peace and stability within the nation.
“The council emphasised that the place is meant to advertise nationwide stability, mutual belief amongst federating models, and the continued progress of the Nigerian state.
“Commitment to peaceful elections: The council underscored the importance of peaceful, free, and credible elections at all levels. It condemned all forms of electoral violence, intimidation, vote-buying, and other electoral malpractices, urging political actors and citizens alike to uphold democratic values before, during, and after elections.”
While appreciating the President for the institution of recent army formations in Ekiti and Oyo States, the standard rulers famous that the event would considerably improve safety structure inside the Southwest and contribute to the safety of lives and property.
On infrastructure growth, the monarchs recommended President Tinubu and the Federal Government for ongoing infrastructure tasks and developmental initiatives throughout the Southwest and different components of the nation, stating that the optimistic affect of those tasks on financial actions, connectivity, and general nationwide growth can’t be overemphasized.
The conventional rulers then reaffirmed their dedication to selling peace, good governance, nationwide unity, and sustainable growth, calling on all residents to stay law-abiding, assist respectable authorities initiatives, and work collectively in direction of a extra affluent and safe Nigeria.
