AbdulRazaq promises good governance, seeks traditional rulers support

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has assured people of the state that all community in Kwara will benefit from good governance.

He stated this on Tuesday when he inaugurated the new Onijagbo of Ijagbo land, Oba Sharafadeen Babalola I, according to a statement by his spokesman, Rafiu Ajakaye.

The governor said he would work with all traditional rulers to ensure the people enjoy dividends of democracy

“My profound gratitude goes to everyone here today, especially our royal fathers and other senior citizens. Your presence signifies the importance we place in the sacred tradition, welfare, and development of every community within our great state. In partnership with our revered traditional rulers and other stakeholders, our government will continue to ensure that every community thrives and enjoys the benefits of good governance,” the statement quoted the governor as saying.

Meanwhile, AbdulRazaq tasked the new Onijagbo to continue the legacy of uniting and rallying his people for development, peace and unity.

The governor also prayed to God to repose the soul of the late Onijagbo Oba Salawudeen Olagunju Adeyeye Fagbemi Obembe II.

“Today, I join the rest of our state to congratulate the good people of Ijagbo as I present the 2nd class staff of office to the new Onijagbo, His Royal Highness Oba Sharafadeen Adeniyi Buhari.

“Like your great predecessors, Your Royal Highness has been entrusted with the sacred responsibility to lead your people with integrity, fairness, and compassion. I pray to Allah to grant you the grace to fulfil these responsibilities that He alone has given to you because kings are made by God, not men.

“I am confident that Your Royal Highness will join hands with other monarchs and the government to promote development, peace, love, and unity in our state. Let us work together to isolate the criminals and fifth columnists who seek to terrorise our citizens and stifle economic growth in not just Kwara South but in the whole of the state and Nigeria,” the governor said.

The new Onijagbo, in his acceptance speech, appreciated the governor for his respect for traditional institutions.

“Your Excellency, I wish to announce that Ijagbo people are happy with you and solidly behind your progressive government. You have been a friend and benefactor,” the monarch said.

“We appreciate your efforts on building roads, reconstructing our hospital, and upgrading our educational facilities. May God continue to guide you as you continue to pilot the affairs of our dear state towards the right direction.”