Wednesday, 24th of May, 2017, was another great moment in Igbogbo kingdom when HRM Oba Abdulsemiu Orimadegun Kasali, the Adeboruwa of Igbogbo called peace talk meeting bothering on security challenges.
The meeting commenced with an opening prayer by Chief Jelili Oduntan, the Balogun of Igbogbo kingdom.
The Baales of various communities under Igbogbo kingdom were immediately obliged to air their views on the challenges confronting their community.
The Baale of Alaketu, Chief Solomon Ayanilowo was the first to open the floor by complaining about the attitude of the local Security, while the Baale of Igbe, Chief Aniyikaye Dawodu followed suit and he complained of the increase rate of stealing despite the presence of Onyabo in his domain. He further questioned the recruitment process into Onyabo group.
However, Baale Lajo Community, Chief Waliu Oduntan intimated the Adeboruwa-in-Council with the statement of the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode, who said that the Obas and Chiefs will be accountable for their community.
In the same vein Chief Saheed Ajibode, Baale of Baiyeku Community urged the security operatives to be cautious in the discharge of their duty. While Chief Monsuru Alimi, the Baale of Offin charged the security to be thorough in any issue bothering on security threat and stealing.
Chief Kehinde Faniyi (Iya Tomoturo), obliged the group to ensure proper scrutiny in the recruitment process into the group so that the security of the community is not further compromised.
The Balogun of Igbogbo kingdom, Chief Jelili Oduntan was of the opinion that the security groups must identify with Kabiyesi and the chiefs to ensure proper planning of securing the community. He also implored them of diligence at work.
Furthermore, the Oluwo of Igbogbo, Chief Obafemi Obayomi opined that capable people who are conversant with the profession should be recruited. While Chief Sidikat Orepekan urged the security groups to be honest and embrace unity.
Moreover, the High Chief Tajudeen Alade Onasanya, the Odofin of Igbogbo kingdom was concerned about the remuneration of the security groups, how they're being engaged in the service and what necessitated the division of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN) and the Onyabo group.
When it was time for response, Chief Shina Olusanya, head of Onyabo, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, agreed with the division of Onyabo and how HRM Oba Kabir Adewale Shotobi had settled the rift among them. He established that the central body under the leadership of Bombata usually carry out the recruitment exercise. While it was equally affirmed that the efforts of the Police are not really encouraging.
The Adeboruwa-in-Council was also intimated that salaries are being paid to the Security groups through the CDAs. They expect the Police to ensure adequate abolishment of criminals in the community.
On the other hand, the head of Neighborhood Corp, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Mr Rotimi Douala advised that all the security operatives must work in harmony. The Area Commander, Neighborhood Corps, Ikorodu Division, Alhaji Abdulyekin Olukokun sues for unity among the security and changed everyone to give their children proper orientation and to stay away from crime.
Chief Tajudeen Onasanya however urged that stealing of Motorcycles, Tricycles, Motor Batteries, others, should be put to halt as a matter of urgency. He frowned at multiple groups of security in a street to avoid conflict of interest.
Nevertheless, HRM Oba Abdulsemiu Orimadegun Kasali was excited with various contributions and responses. He appealed passionately for adequate cooperation among the security groups. He intimated all that government want other groups to work in alliance with the security Corp (Neighborhood). Kabiyesi assured them that the Palace of Adeboruwa has good plans for the security groups and further thanked them for their relentless efforts so far.
In the absence of further deliberation, the meeting was called to a close as Chief Jelili Oduntan gave the vote of thanks.
SHAKIRU SEIDU
The Publisher, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Info Magazine
The genuine VOICE of Ikorodu Division
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