Osun state governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke on Tuesday held a peaceful meeting with Esa-Oke community with a pledge to investigate and make sure that culprits are brought to book.
In their own message to the governor, the community charged the state government to reverse the white paper that appointed Prince Timileyin Oluyemi Ajayi as the Olojudo of Ido Ajegunle.
Otunba Bamigboye Yinusa Aremu, Chairman, Esa-oke Central Union (ECU) who made the appeal in the town, remarked that, this action is necessary to restore the trust of the Esa-oke people in the government and to prevent further escalation of tensions.
He said, “As you are aware, the Esa-oke community has been embroiled in a crisis following the imposition of Prince Timileyin Oluyemi Ajayi as the Olojudo of Ido Ajegunle.”
“This appointment, made through a government white paper, is a source of great concern for us. Prince Timileyin Oluyemi Ajayi is a native of Ilesha in the Ijesha South Traditional Council and has no lineage or connection to the families that own the farmland or to the Bsaoke community.”
“This imposition violates the traditional and historical jurisdiction of His Royal Majesty, Oba Adeyemi Akanbi Adediran (Atipa Owaji II, OwaOmiran of Esaoke), and undermines the peace and unity of our community.”
“We respectfully demand the reversal of the government white paper that appointed Prince Timileyin Oluyemi Ajayi as the Olojudo of Ido Ajegunle.
“This action is necessary to restore the trust of the Esa-oke people in the government and to prevent further escalation of tensions.”
“Additionally, we appeal for the unconditional release of our youths who were indiscriminately arrested during the recent crisis.
“The arrests were carried out with poor judgment, as they failed to identify those actually responsible for the destruction of properties. Our youths are innocent and should not be made to suffer for a crisis they did not instigate.”
“Your Excellency, we are confident in your leadership and your commitment to Justice and fairness. We trust that you will take the necessary steps to address these issues and ensure that peace and harmony are restored in Esa-oke. ”
“We are ready to work with your administration to achieve a lasting resolution that respects our traditions, protects our rights, and promotes the development of our community.”
“Once again, we welcome you to Esa-oke and thank you for your attention to these critical matters. We look forwald to a fruitful discussion and a positive outcome that will strengthen the bond between the Esa-oke community and the government of Osun State.”
“Your presence here today is a testament to your commitment to justice, peace, and the well-being of all communities in Osun State.
“We deeply appreciate your willingness to engage directly with us to address the pressing issues that threaten the harmony and stability of our community.”
Meanwhile, the ancient town, is now calm and cool as deployed soldiers and other para-military organisations seen milling around the town to ensure total peace is witnessed in the community.
