We’ll not allow traditional stool to be vacant for too long — Gov. Abiodun assures

Abimbola Abatta

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said his administration will not allow the traditional stool of any community to be vacant for too long.

This was disclosed in a press statement signed and made available to Nigerian NewsDirect by the press officer, Sakirudeen Bashiru.

According to the statement, Governor Abiodun spoke during the official installation and presentation of Staff of Office to the first Alale of Moriwi kingdom, Oba James Taiwo in Moriwi, Imeko-Afon Local Government Area.

The Governor, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Afolabi Afuape, maintained that obaship institution is an important socio-cultural aspect of the Yoruba people.

He the Monarch’s appointment is a call to serve as well as an opportunity to create sustainable conducive environment for credible investors.

Abiodun noted that the new position should also be used to champion efforts that would further enhance peaceful co-existence among his people and other neighbouring towns.

The Governor also enjoined the people of Moriwi and its environs to cooperate with the new King, in order to bring about development they have been yearning for in the community.

Earlier, in his welcome address, Executive Chairman in the council, Hon. Yaya Fadipe urged the Monarch to embark on meaningful activities that would involve every member of the town for socio-economic and educational development of the area.

In his acceptance speech, Oba Taiwo appreciated the Governor for the trust reposed in him, promising to discharge his responsibilities with the fear of God, equity, fairness and justice.