David Williams
…laments poor infrastructural development, rising unemployment,
The Atayero of Aramoko Kingdom, M’oba Olusegun Aderemi, has called on indigenes of the town to embrace peace and unity as a foundation for sustainable development.
In a statement, the community leader expressed concern over the crisis that has followed traditional matters in the community, stressing that division could jeopardize the town’s progress.
Aderemi noted that the death of the immediate Monarch should have been a moment of sober reflection and collective bonding, rather than a cause of disputes over rites and succession, warning that continued discord would threaten the heritage of the traditions and the future of the younger generation.
He also lamented the poor state of infrastructure, rising unemployment and limited opportunities, saying such challenges can only be addressed in an atmosphere of peace.
The royal figure therefore urged all stakeholders, including chiefs, elders, youths, women and political leaders, to embrace dialogue, fairness,and compromise in resolving the outstanding issues around the traditional institution.
The statement reads, “My Dear people of Aramoko-Ekiti, we are a proud, historical town with a rich heritage. Our fathers built a name that stands tall in Ekiti State, in Yoruba land and in Nigeria.
“It pains me deeply that at a time when many communities in our state are forging ahead in unity and progress, we in Aramoko are being distracted by crisis over traditional matters.
“The unfortunate passing of the recent occupier of the palace is a solemn moment that ought to bind us together in grief and reflection. Instead, disagreements about rites and succession have unsettled our peace and left our town divided. I appeal to every son and daughter of Aramoko: let us not allow discord to destroy the legacy of our ancestors or the prospects of our children.
“Around us, towns like Ado Ekiti, Ilawe, Ijero, and Iyin are attracting investments, hosting higher institutions and creating opportunities for their youth. Meanwhile, our own roads remain impassable, our young people wander without jobs, and life here grows harder by the day. This cannot continue. Development will not come where there is no peace. Investors and government projects will only come to a town united, stable, and forward-looking.
“I therefore call on all stakeholders chiefs, elders, youths, women, and the political class to embrace dialogue, patience, and the spirit of compromise. Let us quickly resolve the outstanding issues around our traditional institution with fairness and transparency, so we may focus our collective energy on the urgent task of rebuilding Aramoko.
“Our town is yeaning. We can’t wait no more for progress. The future of Aramoko is bigger than any individual interest. Let us choose peace today, for only in peace will development take root. May Aramoko rise again in unity and prosperity”.
