Trending Stories In Osun Today
Osun State is abuzz with pressing developments that continue to shape the cultural and environmental narratives of the state.
From the throne rooms of Yoruba monarchs to the grassroots campaigns for climate action, critical issues have taken centre stage across various communities.
As traditional institutions speak up and government agencies intensify advocacy, the pulse of Osun reflects a state in active dialogue with its identity and future.
1. Fish Out Cultural Misfit Among Traditional Rulers, Osun Monarch Urges Govt
The Olowu of Kuta in Osun State, Oba Adekunle Oyelude, has said that there exist in the rank of traditional rulers in the country some cultural misfits who would not want to uphold the culture and tradition of their people.
Oba Oyelude subsequently challenged government authorities in charge of the appointment of royal fathers and scholars in the nation’s ivory towers to fish out those cultural misfit traditional rulers.
Olowu spoke shortly after receiving an award in recognition of his activities towards the promotion of Yoruba culture and tradition from Osun State University, Osogbo, on the sidelines of the 14th Toyin Falola International Conference on Africa and the African in Diaspora held on Tuesday at the UNIOSUN main campus in Osogbo.
“Within the traditional institution, don’t shy away. Some of us (traditional rulers) thought we could be on the throne and change the goal post halfway.
“No, we are installed culturally and we don’t have any role articulated by the Chieftaincy Law other than being traditional rulers for the maintenance of tradition and culture.
“We have a lot of cultural misfits among us. Please help us to fish them out and correct it because of posterity,” Olowu Kuta said.
2. Osun Govt Seeks NOA, States’ Collaboration On Climate Change Advocacy
Osun State Government has sought synergy with the National Orientation Agency in the area of advocacy, especially at the grassroots to drive the message on the reality of issues relating to climate change and the need for people to take responsibility.
The Senior Special Assistant to Osun State Governor on Renewable Energy, Mr. Funmiso Babarinde, stated this on Tuesday while speaking at a climate change summit.
The summit was organised by the Youth in Agroecology and Restoration Network in conjunction with NET HOPE and Ushahidi, Kenya, for community-based organisations working on climate change and renewable energy, affiliated ministries, farmers, and community leaders in Osun State.
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Sodiq Lawal is a passionate and dedicated journalist with a knack for uncovering captivating stories in the bustling metropolis of Osun State and Nigeria at large. He has a versatile reporting style, covering a wide range of topics, from politics , campus, and social issues to arts and culture, seeking impact in all facets of the society.
