Traditional worshippers under the aegis of the Isese Religious Association in Oyo town have urged stakeholders to promote peace, respect traditional rulers and preserve Yoruba cultural identity amid concerns over allegations and public statements capable of creating tension among traditional institutions.
The worshippers also cautioned members of the public, particularly bloggers and traditionalists, against unverified allegations and inflammatory publications concerning the Alaafin of Oyo and other traditional rulers.
The Chairman of the Isese Worshippers Committee and Asiwaju Ask of Oyo, Chief Onifade Olanipekun, made the appeal during a press briefing at the palace of the Alaafin in Oyo town on Friday.
Olanipekun said traditional institutions represented important aspects of Yoruba history, identity, customs and collective heritage, adding that they deserved respect and responsible public engagement even when opinions differed.
Olanipekun said, “Our kings and traditional institutions represent important aspects of our history, identity, customs, and collective heritage. They deserve responsible
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