Osun State governor, Mr Gboyega Oyetola, on Thursday presented staff of office to the new Ogunsua of Modakeke, Oba Moses Oladejo Oyediran. Speaking during the official presentation of staff of office and instrument of appointment to the newly-appointed Ogunsua, Oyetola stated that his administration recognises the important roles traditional rulers play in the society. He said traditional institution represents the symbol of Yoruba men and women stressing that royal fathers in the region serve as the rallying point as well as custodians of our great tradition and culture. He also charged the newly-installed Ogunsua of Modakeke, Oba Oyediran, to support the efforts of government in the maintenance of peace, security, law, and order in the community, saying he should work with the various security agencies and the council chairman to ensure that the lives and property of the people are safe. The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi AAdeyemi was represented at the installation ceremony by Basorun of Oyo, Chief Ayoola Yusuff Akinade.

Source: Nigerian Tribune October 17, 2019 17:03 UTC