Insecurity: Olubadan Urges Yoruba People To Be Vigilant
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has appealed to Yoruba people to remain vigilant as insecurity spreads across the country.
The monarch warned that recent attacks in northern and central states pose a growing threat to the South-West.
A statement issued on Sunday in Ibadan by his media aide, Adeola Oloko, said the monarch made the call in Ode-Omu, Osun State, during the weekend celebration of Ode-Omu Day.
In recent weeks, the northern part of the country has recorded a surge in terrorist and bandit attacks, leaving many killed or kidnapped.
Speaking at the Ode-Omu event, Ladoja said the situation demands increased alertness.
“Let me use this occasion to urge Yoruba people to be vigilant amid security challenges facing Nigeria,” he said.
The monarch commended the community spirit of the people of Ode-Omu under the leadership of the Alaye of Ode-Omu, Oba Bolarinwa Oladipupo, praising their continued investment in development projects.
“I want to pledge the readiness of Ibadan to always support Ode-Omu’s development. Next year, an illustrious son and Parakoyi of Ibadanland, Chief Tunde Afolabi, will be drafted to chair Ode-Omu Day,” he added.
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
