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Osun monarch Aromolaran’s transition rites to last 90 days
The Owa-in-Council on Friday announced that the traditional rites for the late Owa-Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Adekunle Aromolaran, have commenced.
Oba Aromolaran passed away on Wednesday due to an age-related illness, but his death was not confirmed until Thursday afternoon by the Asiwaju of Ijesaland, Chief Yinka Fasuyi.
Addressing journalists at the Owa’s palace in Ilesa, on behalf of the Obaala of Ilesa, Chief Adeniyi Ibitoye, and other members of the council, the Odole Owa of Ijesaland, Chief Adebola Orolugbagbe, stated that the traditional rites for the late ruler will continue for the next 90 days.
Orolugbagbe, the traditional Prime Minister of the palace, confirmed that the Owa-in-Council had not declared a curfew in any part of the town.
However, he noted that markets across the community would remain closed until September 21 and that the Owa’s traditional palace had been shut.
“All markets across Ijesaland shall remain closed for seven days, starting from the 14th and ending on September 20, 2024. All markets shall reopen on September 21, 2024.
“No curfew is imposed anywhere in Ijesaland. Therefore, all citizens are encouraged to continue their normal daily lives and activities.
“The traditional palace at Okemese shall remain closed with immediate effect while all activities are suspended until further notice. Traditional transition rites shall continue for 90 days,” Orolugbagbe said.
Commenting on the life and legacy of Oba Aromolaran, Orolugbagbe described Ijesaland as having lost a rare gem, a father to all, and a quintessential traditional ruler who managed the affairs of the entire Ijesaland for 42 years.
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He urged Ijesa indigenes to remain peaceful and to keep the family of Oba Aromolaran in their prayers.
Meanwhile, former Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola, in his tribute to the late royal father, described Oba Aromolaran as a quintessential monarch with exceptional intellectual capacity and wisdom.
Aregbesola’s tribute read, “With his sterling education and sagacity, he uplifted the throne and the institution of his forebears. He maintained his dignity even in an era of declining traditional rulership.
“He was a father to me throughout my two-term governorship in the state. He was also my life coach and advisor in virtually every area of life and governance.
“He was a monumental figure, a giant among men, an inimitable ruler with a unique appeal. His ascension to the throne was seen as the coming of the lion. He lived like a lion, dominating his territory and earning respect and fear beyond measure. But now, the lion is gone.”
Similarly, Mr. Oluremi Omowaiye, Executive Director of projects Implementation) at the Federal Housing Authority, praised the departed monarch for his exceptional qualities.
Omowaiye said, “Kabiyesi Aromolaran was a worthy father and a quintessential imperial majesty who dedicated his life to the welfare of his subjects.
“We celebrate the life of this great scholar, author, publisher, accomplished civil servant, and traditional leader, even as we mourn his absence at a time when his profound counsel and guidance are needed most.”
Omowaiye, a former Osun State Commissioner for Works and Transport, also extended his condolences to the wives, children, and all sons and daughters of Ijesaland, describing Oba Aromolaran’s 42-year reign as a watershed moment in Nigeria’s traditional institution.
The First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday, refuted reports that she will be leading a seven-day national prayer for Nigeria.
This followed a report last week that Mrs Tinubu and the National Security Adviser, Mrs Nuhu Ribadu, will spearhead a national prayer session to tackle the country’s numerous challenges.
The reports quoted the Director-General of the National Prayer Forum, Segun Afolorunikan, announcing the event in Abuja.
Afolorunikan had said the initiative, coordinated with Christian and Muslim religious leaders, intends to seek divine intervention for the country’s socio-economic and security issues, under the theme ‘Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.’
“Christians will meet at the National Ecumenical Centre for a week of intense prayer, with prayer warriors from various denominations focusing their efforts on the nation’s adversities,” said the convener.
However, the First Lady has denied knowing any such arrangement saying a call for prayer must be done “willingly, conscientiously and correctly.”
Mrs Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mrs Busola Kukoyi, conveyed this in a statement she signed Saturday titled ‘First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, CON refutes organising national prayer.’
It read, “This is to clarify and inform the general public that the First Lady of Nigeria is not organising a national prayer.
“The news making rounds in some conventional and social media platforms is unfounded and misleading.
“Consequently, anyone who might have come across the purported news of the joint National Prayer for Nigeria should disregard it as false.”
Kukoyi said the First Lady, a Christian and strong advocate of prayer and praying for Nigeria, believes that prayer is an act that must be done willingly, conscientiously and correctly.
“She also believes that praying for Nigeria is the responsibility of every Nigerian, irrespective of religious belief, political affiliation, tribe or tongue.
“Members of the public are advised to verify the authenticity of any news or event involving the First Lady of Nigeria or her office through official channels,” the statement concluded.
A building of 25 shops has been gutted by fire in the early hours of Saturday in Ilorin, the Kwara state capital.
According to the state fire service, the incident occurred at Adeta roundabout at about 02.39 hours.
A statement in Ilorin on Saturday by the spokesman of the service, Hassan Adekunle, said the firefighters, upon arrival, found a block of about 25 shops engulfed in flames.
“Thanks to the swift action and bravery of the Kwara State fire service officers, only three shops suffered damage, including a soft drinks and alcohol shop.
“Preliminary investigations indicated that the fire was caused by a power surge,” the statement disclosed.
The Director of the State Fire Service, Prince John Falade Olumuyiwa, expressed sympathy for the affected shop owners, offering prayers for the restoration of their losses.
He also urged the public to prioritize safety and ensure all electrical appliances are unplugged when not in use.
The newly emerged terror group known as Lakurawa, is reportedly offering as much as one million naira to young men in exchange for their allegiance.
This was made known on Saturday by Zagazola Makama, a Lake Chad Basin counterterrorism and insurgency expert, in a post on his X handle.
Makama disclosed that an impeccable source informed him that Lakurawa, allegedly composed of individuals from Mali, Chad, Libya, Niger, and Burkina Faso, was actively recruiting local youths in Sokoto through substantial financial incentives.
He stated that according to witnesses’ accounts, the financial lure is part of an aggressive recruitment campaign aimed at attracting followers to their cause.
The security expert said that Lakurawa, unlike traditional criminal gangs, reportedly adhere to extremist ideologies linked to the Khawarij sect, similar to the beliefs of Boko Haram.
Makama added: “Local sources suggest that they employ a combination of financial incentives and ideological influence to gain support among vulnerable communities.
“Beyond the recruitment, the Lakurawa reportedly confront and expel bandits and confiscate their cattle in areas under their control.
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