Ekiti Traditional Women Chiefs Organize Spiritual Vigil Amid Insecurity.

Ekiti Traditional Women Chiefs Organize Spiritual Vigil Amid Insecurity.

...Commends Oyebanji's Swift Intervention and Development Initiatives in the state. 

Responding to the escalating insecurity, particularly the surge in kidnappings, the Association of Heads of Traditional Women Chiefs in Ekiti State has commenced a seven-day fastings and prayers programmes for divine intervention.

The exercises which had commenced on Friday, 2nd February, and will be rounded up in each of the towns in Ekiti on Wednesday, 7th February, the spiritual endeavor unfolds at Dave Hotel, Ado-Ekiti which throughout this period, fervent prayers were said for the protection of leaders at state and federal levels, and commended them for safe rescued of kidnapped victims at Emure - Ekiti 

Expressing deep concern over the brutal murders of three Monarchs, HRM Oba David Babatunde Ogunsakin, the Elesun of Esun-Ekiti, HRM Oba Samuel Olatunde Olusola, the Olumojo of Imojo-Ekiti and Onikoro of Ikoro town in Ekiti Local Government area of Kwara State HRM Oba Segun Aremu - Cole ,the Association vehemently called for justice.

Addressing the Heads of Traditional Women Chiefs at the prayer section held at Dave Hotel, Ado-Ekiti, President of Heads of Traditional Women Chiefs, High Chief (Mrs) Bolanle Owolabi, and the Secretary, Chief (Mrs) Bosede Fatomiluyi, the Eyesemowe of Iropora - Ekiti, urged Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji's administration to intensify efforts in ensuring the security of lives and properties.

Emphasizing the crucial role of security agencies, the Association called for increased vigilance to foster a peaceful environment. President Owolabi commended Governor Oyebanji's commitment to good governance in the state acknowledging developmental projects executed by his administration such as continuation of Ado to Iworoko to Ifaki Duarialization,the on going Ikere/ Igbara Odo to Ikogosi Roads , resuscitation of many Public primary and Secondary School across the State, restored electricity back to Gbonyin and Ekiti East Local Governments as well as moribund health institutions in the State among others.

Expressing solidarity with Governor Biodun Oyebanji, sympathizing with victims' families, and Ekiti Traditional Rulers, the Association demanded security operatives swiftly apprehend the perpetrators of the killing crimes

The Association conveyed sympathies with affected communities through their State Chairman Council of Traditional Rulers, Oba Ayorinde Ilori - Faboro, the Olojudo of Ido Ekiti, Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, and Ekiti state at large. They condemned in totality the gruesome murder of the three traditional rulers and called on the people of the State to expose the evildoers more.

They enjoined law enforcement agents and the Vigilantes to intensify efforts to ensure people sleep with their two eyes closed, collaborating with authorities both in the State and federal levels to maintain peace within and outside the State borders.

Furthermore, the Association condemned the abduction of pupils of Apostolic Faith Nursery and Primary School, Emure Ekiti, while commending the Governor's swift response. They called on God to expose evildoers attempting to undermine Governor Oyebanji's impactful contributions to education development and peaceful coexistence in the State.

In a commendable display, the Association acknowledged Governor Biodun Oyebanji's proactive approach, emphasizing his recent interactions with key figures in the military hierarchy. They expressed, "The Governor engaged in discussions with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and the Chief of Army Staff, General Taoreed Lagbaja as this focus of these meetings was centered on the restoration of peace in the state and efforts to enhance overall security." The Association conveyed their appreciation for the Governor's commitment to addressing security concerns and ensuring the well-being of Ekiti residents.

Charging the Nigeria Police Force, The Nigerian Army, Amotekun, and all security agencies to synergize their strategies for peace to continue to reign in the State. The Heads of Traditional Women Chiefs Association urged all authority concerned to ensure permanent restoration of peace and stability to the state.

"As Ekiti State confronts security challenges, the collective efforts of Traditional Women Leaders, Government officials, and Security operatives must not relent on the urgency of addressing these issues to ensure the safety and well-being of our people," the Women Leaders said.