…pledges to work for peace, progress of Ekiti state
Chief priest of Itapa Ekiti in Oye local Government, Chief Temitope Ajayi, has been installed as deputy Chairman of Ekiti State Awo-in-council.
Also, Chief Ayeni Akintayo from Ekiti East local government was installed as Assistant Secretary while Chief Ajayi Faponmile from irepodu Ifelodun local government became the Assistant P.R.O of the Awo in council.
Speaking during the installation, the Chairman, Ekiti State Awo-in-Council, High Chief Faleye Ayodele urged the new officers to use their positions to promote peace, unity and development of humanity and Ekiti state, adding that God will give them wisdom to discharge their responsibilities effectively.
While reiterating the importance of Chief priesthood in the society, High Chief Faleye enjoined members of the council across the state to uphold the tenets of tradition. ” Be courteous, truthful and patient in dealing with people and work harmoniously with your communities to enhance development”
The position you occupy today is for a lifetime; it’s only death that can remove you. Although we have consulted Ifa, before your final appointment, your good character and readiness to serve humanity has been revealed by oracle,
“I pray God to endow you with sound health, long life ,wisdom and patience to carry out assignments that will be allocated to you”
“We are apostles of peace and development because we consult and make divination for our communities’ development, so our roles cannot be undermined”
High Chief Faleye Ayodele who is also the chief priest of Ido Ekiti enjoined members of the council across the state to uphold the tenets of tradition, be courteous, truthful and patient in dealing with people and work harmoniously with their communities.
Speaking on behalf of the newly installed officers, chief Temitope Ajayi who Is the Apeye oko joogun two appreciated the council for finding him worthy of the exalted postion, saying he would work harmoniously with the state Excos to move the council forward
I will wholeheartedly work and support my chairman to move the council to an enviable height and also ensure peace reign in all communities in Ekiti state. I will not betray the confidence reposed in me” The Deputy Chairman said.
He commended High Chief Faleye for his leadership roles which he said had earned the council respect and recognition world wide.
Recall, Chief Temitope Ajayi is the chairman of Awo- in Council in Oye Local government and Itapa Ekiti.
