Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed confidence in the Awujale Council handling the selection of the new Awujale of Ijebuland about 40 days after the passage of Oba Sikiru Adetona.
He said the council was united and was making progress.
He, however, urged the Awujale Chiefs-in-Council in Ijebu Ode to ensure a level playing ground in the process of appointing the new monarch.
Speaking after a meeting with members of the Awujale Chiefs – in – Council at Iperu, Abiodun said it was imperative for the people of Ijebuland to have a new Awujale as soon as possible, as “nature abhors a vacuum.”
“Nature abhors a vacuum, and the process of installing another Awujale has started. That was also what we discussed.
“I must say that all of us agreed that we are on the same page, and I think this will put paid to all the rumours that have been agog about one thing or another,” he said.
Abiodun also expressed the hope that the process would be rancour-free asking those lining up for the exalted position to be given equal opportunity.
He described members of the Awujale Council as respectable personalities who contributed to the successful reign of the late Awujale by maintaining peace in the land.
“This is my first meeting with them to commiserate with them on the passing of our revered monarch, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, and also to assure them that despite the rumours that have been ongoing, I have absolute confidence in them.
“The Council is intact, with no disharmony among them. There is no pluralization; they are all working hand in glove with each other, and I am happy with today’s meeting, and I thank them,” the Governor added.
He assured that members would continue to unite and work as a team for the peace and progress of Ijebuland.
