…as Ekiti Traditional Chiefs endorse Governor Oyebanji for second term
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji says the ongoing construction of “Ule Ijoye” along Ado Ikere road will further boost unity, love and peaceful coexistence across towns and villages in the State.
The Governor who stated this during the foundation laying and Launching of five Hundred Million Naira of the “Ule Ijoye” explained that the State government would support the chiefs to ensure that their dream come a reality.
Represented by a member of Ekiti State House of Assembly, Mr Lateef Akanle, the Governor noted that when the edifice is completed it would create avenue for all traditional Chiefs to come together and contribute to development of the state as well give useful suggestions that would help government in achieving its policies.
Laying the foundation of the “Ule Ijoye”, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi represented by Agbole of Agbaje Ife, Oba Adekunle Adebowale commended the efforts of Traditional chiefs in Ekiti, saying the “Ule Ijoye” House is the first of its kind in the south West states.
Earlier, the Chairman Association of Traditional Chiefs in Ekiti State and Asolo of Ikole Ekiti, High Chief Oluwole Ogunsakin appealed to Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji to assist in constructing the ,”Ule Ijoye”, saying it would create revenue generation and further promote unity of purpose among Chiefs.
He went further to state that the role of traditional chieftaincy title holders cannot be overemphasized adding that they work with the Obas for the growth and development of their communities.
“The association has been in existence for over 30 years and we have not been opportuned to have our own building. Our association comprises male and female chiefs. It’s not a pressure institution and we work together with the Kabiyesi for the advancement of the state.
“We have so many chiefs but there is difference between Traditional Chieftaincy Title Holders. These are the original Chiefs that work with the kabiyesi in all the communities for the progress, unity and maintenance of culture and traditions.”
On his own, the Chance planning committee, Elemo of Ilawe Ekiti, High Chief Gbenga Agbona said the project would go a long way to generate revenue for the association.
He equally re-emphasized the roles of the traditional chieftaincy title holders saying that the numerical strength of the association would paved the way for more developments in partnership with the traditional rulers.
The programme witnessed endorsement of Governor Biodun Oyebanji for second term in office by all traditional chiefs in in all towns and villages in Ekiti due to his outstanding performances in various sectors.
