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Published on 2024-02-28 06:29:18
President Bola Tinubu, along with Governors from the South West and Kogi, are set to attend the Yoruba security summit taking place in Ile-Ife, Osun state on Thursday. The Summit is organized by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeoye Enitan Ogunwuso, in response to the pressing need for a unified effort to address the recent security challenges in the Southwest region of Nigeria.
The summit, as announced by the Director of Media and Public Affairs to the Ooni of Ife, Otunba Moses Olafare, will be chaired by the former Nigeria’s Chief Of Army Staff, Gen. Alani Akinrinade. The host governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, along with other governors from the region, will also be in attendance. The aim of the summit is to bring together Oodua traditional rulers from the Southwest region, as well as from parts of Kogi and Kwara states in Nigeria. The event will also be attended by a diverse group of stakeholders, including security experts, civil societies, labor union representatives, political leaders, religious leaders, captains of industries, youths, students’ organizations, and Yoruba Self-Determination groups. This inclusive approach is intended to facilitate a comprehensive and collaborative strategy to address the complex security challenges facing the Yoruba people.
The statement further mentioned, “The Yoruba Security Summit to be held on Thursday, 29th February aims to gather Oodua traditional rulers, along with a range of stakeholders to come up with solutions to the security challenges in the region. Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, will also be present as the special guest of honor.”
The presence of such influential figures at the summit underscores the importance and urgency of addressing the security issues in the Southwest. With the participation of key leaders and stakeholders, the summit is poised to generate meaningful discussions and strategies to improve security and safety in the region.
It is clear that the Yoruba Security Summit is a crucial step towards fostering cooperation and collaboration among various stakeholders to effectively tackle the security challenges facing the Yoruba people. By bringing together leaders from different sectors and communities, the summit aims to develop innovative solutions and approaches to enhance security and promote peace in the region.
The involvement of President Bola Tinubu, along with Governors and other key figures from the South West and Kogi, demonstrates a strong commitment to finding sustainable solutions to the security challenges in the region. The collective efforts of all participants at the summit are likely to result in concrete strategies and actions that will contribute to enhancing the security and well-being of the Yoruba people.
In conclusion, the upcoming Yoruba security summit is a significant opportunity for key leaders and stakeholders to come together, engage in meaningful dialogue, and develop effective solutions to address the security challenges in the Southwest region. By fostering collaboration and cooperation, the summit will play a crucial role in advancing the security and safety of the Yoruba people.
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