During the inaugural Yoruba Security Summit addressing the escalating insecurity in the Southwest region, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the esteemed Ooni of Ife, emphasized the significance of traditional supernatural defenses in safeguarding both monarchs and their domains against external threats.
Speaking passionately, the Ooni underscored the vital role of ancestral spiritual power in warding off marauders and ensuring the protection of territories.
He sternly cautioned against neglecting these ancient practices, warning that those disinterested in harnessing supernatural energies risked relinquishing their rightful place on the throne.
Joined by esteemed counterparts such as the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade, and the Owa-Ajero of Ijero Ekiti, Oba Joseph Adewole, the summit concluded with a unified call to action. In a jointly issued communique, the monarchs advocated for Southwest governors to convene regional security summits, fostering collaboration and strategic measures to address the pressing security challenges facing the region.