The Ogun State Elders’ Consultative Forum has appealed to the good people of Ogun State to embrace peace and encourage dialogue at every time especially when there issues, as the State is well known for peaceful coexistence, particularly with non-indigenes that live in the State.
This was contained in a press release signed in Abeokuta the State Capital by the Elders’ Forum Chairman , His Excellency, Prince Bola Ajibola SAN, KBE.
The release State Government for establishing Amotekun Security outfit which will work in collaboration with all other security Agencies, saying it will go along way to reduce crime and curb the nefarious activities of the unrepentant Fulani herdsmen who have continued to destroyed farm lands, farm produce , as well as kidnapping of innocent people of Ogun State, most especially in the Yewa and Ijebu axist. The outfit will also bring those that are perpetrating the evil act to Justice.
As contained in the release, people of Yewa and Ijebu with other border areas of the State facing Fulani herdsmen crisis have been admonished not to relent in their effort in following due process and continue dialogue at all times.
“They should avoid taking laws into their hands and be assured that the present administration in the State led by Prince Dapo Abiodun, will continue to work tirelessly to sustain the existing peace being enjoyed by all and Sundry in the State.”
According to the release , “It is imperative for the good people of Ogun State to continue to engage in dialogue where there are issues and tolerate one another because one must be able to give peace a chance, no society can develop meaningfully without peace.”
The release further statedthat Elders’ Forum commended the prompt interventions and effort of government and well-meaning people on every issue that are affecting the general well- being of the society at ensuring the security of life and property.
Elders noted that like in any society, there will always be differences , but the people must accept their perceived differences with respect, love as members of the same family.