Traditional rulers in the south-west, under the auspices of the Yoruba Obas Forum, have elected the Molokun of Atijere kingdom, in the Ilaje local government area of Ondo State, Oba Adeoye Edema, as the president of the forum.
In Nigeria News today during the Annual General Meeting/Convention of the traditional rulers held at Kankanfo Hotel, Ibadan in Oyo State, Oba Adeoye was elected.
He was elected, along with other executive members, to steer the affairs of the association and champion the cause of the Yoruba Nation.
Speaking after his inauguration, Oba Edema promised to give priority to the development of Yoruba land to engender development.
He said, “I am deeply humbled and grateful for the overwhelming support and trust all the Yoruba Obas bestowed on me to lead them.
“I am honored to be elected as your president and pledge to continue to work tirelessly to deliver a better Yoruba race for all.”
Oba Edema said the time is ripe for traditional rulers to effectively oversee the security affairs of their domain in conjunction with the government security apparatus.