The Awujale and other royal fathers in Ijebuland on Monday unanimously endorsed Governor Dapo Abiodun for a second term in office.
Leading other traditional rulers, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, was quoted by the Nigerian Tribune as saying: “You have worked assiduously these past three years and three months and you have justified why you deserve a second term in office.”
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The Paramount Ruler spoke through his representative, the Dagburewa of Idowa, Oba Yunusa Adekoya, at the commissioning of Igan Road at Ago-Iwoye, in Ijebu North Local Government Area.
“The message is clear. You have done very well by fulfilling the promises made to us in 2019. 2023 is sure and our people will vote overwhelmingly for you,” he assured the governor.
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The Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye, Oba AbdulRasak Adenugba, also endorsed the governor for another term, saying that while he is not a politician, the inhabitants of the historic town “have come to tell me that it is Dapo Abiodun they want and not anyone else.” You have restored confidence in the government for keeping the promises you made to us during the electioneering campaign.”
Oba Abdurlrasak used the opportunity to appreciate the governor for embarking on reconstruction work on the road linking the university town to other Ijebu and Remo towns and villages.
Oba Lawrence Adebajo, Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo, reaffirmed the position of other traditional rulers in Ijebuland, emphasizing that: “In the short period I have been an Oba, you have changed my perception about politicians as liars. Your words have been your bond. I can see the development you’ve brought into our towns. We love you and our people have told me that year 2023 is yours without equivocation.”
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The traditional rulers were supported by students and community leaders who asked the governor not to be sidetracked by the antics of certain politicians, but to maintain momentum beyond the elections.
At the inauguration of Igan Road, Ago Iwoye, the Ebumawe of Ago Iwoye, Oba AbdulRasak Adenugba, submitted letters of appreciation from various groups in Ago Iwoye communities to Governor Dapo Abiodun.
