In response to the growing concerns over potential hunger protests, the authorities of Kajola Local Government in Oyo State have convened an expanded peace and security meeting. The meeting, aimed at preventing lawlessness and ensuring the safety of lives and properties, was held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the Conference Room of the Local Government Secretariat in Meseole, Okeho.
During the meeting, the Executive Chairman of Kajola Local Government, Honourable Akeem Olawale Mustapha Esq, emphasized the importance of collaboration between security agencies and other stakeholders. He underscored the need to maintain peace and prevent any disturbances, as directed by the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde.
Honorable Mustapha stressed that the security of lives and properties in the area is non-negotiable. He issued clear instructions to representatives of security agencies to work together, ensuring that no individual or group exploits grievances to disrupt the peace and harmony within the council area.
Various stakeholders spoke at the meeting, including the Onjo of Okeho land and Chairman of the Local Government’s Traditional Council, Oba (Dr) Alhaji Rafiu Osuolale Mustapha Adeitan II; Elero of Ilero land, Oba (Alhaji) Wasiu Oyedele Saka Olokolonigi II; Chairman of the Local Government’s chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Reverend T. O. Awoyale; representative of the Chief Imam of Okeho, Alhaji Raji Muili; Iyaloja of the Local Government, Chief (Mrs) Afusat Adebiyi; representative of the Park Management System (PMS) in the Local Government, Mr. Nureni Agoro; and the representative of the Block Moulding Association, Alhaji Arowolo Kamil. They all agreed to caution their communities against unlawful gatherings, suspicious movements, and road blockades to prevent panic and unrest.
The meeting saw attendance from a wide range of community members, including traditional rulers, security operatives, religious leaders, community leaders, women groups, youth leaders, student representatives, transporters, market men and women, and school administrators. The collaborative effort aims to maintain order and prevent any incidents that could threaten the stability of the Kajola Local Government area.
