Lagos monarch installs Seriki Fulani in Badagry, requires unity

The Aholo of Kweme Kingdom, Oba Segeru James, has put in Alhaji Muhammad Umar as Seriki Fulani in Badagry, Lagos State.

The ceremony attracted Fulani social and cultural leaders from throughout the South-West and neighboring Benin Republic.

NAN reported on Monday that in the course of the set up at Sito Gbethrome group alongside Semé Expressway, Oba James introduced Omar with a conventional employees and beads.

It is because it emphasizes the peaceable nature of the Fulani individuals.

“Though your seat may be very excessive, you might have obtained God’s favor at present, and He’ll watch over you,” Oba James declared.

He urged Omar to stay proactive in addressing points inside Badagry communities, particularly tensions between herders and farmers.

The standard ruler suggested the brand new Seriki to nominate representatives throughout the completely different Badagry communities to remain knowledgeable and guarantee harmonious coexistence.

Chairman of the Arewa Communities APC in Lagos, Alhaji Saidu Yusuf, referred to as for cooperation between the Fulani and Yoruba communities, stressing unity on politics.

He urged: “We should put politics apart and work for the event of our societies.”

Seriki Fulani from Abeokuta and Chairman of Miyetti Allah South-West, Alhaji Muhammad Laba, highlighted the significance of conventional leaders in resolving conflicts.

“One among our merchandise is now being put in, and we’re joyful to be in Badagry. That is widespread, and it’ll unfold in all places,” he famous.

He inspired the brand new Laba Seriki to discourage felony actions amongst herdsmen.

“We would like peaceable relations with our host communities, which gave us the land we take pleasure in. We have now been on this place doing enterprise in peace with out being harmed, and we are going to do the identical in return.”

Chairman of the Arewa Council of Chiefs in Lagos, Alhaji Aminu Dogara, reiterated the Arewa leaders’ dedication to the welfare of all residents within the state.

Aholo Dele Wedako, Oba Olusegun Wetu, has prayed for knowledge to successfully lead the brand new Seriki Fulani.

In his acceptance speech, Alhaji Mohammed Omar pledged to deal with urgent points reminiscent of poverty, training and healthcare whereas preserving cultural heritage.

“We should protect our traditions whereas embracing innovation and progress,” he stated.

Omar urged his individuals to stick to group laws concerning livestock rearing and help the event of Badagry.

He pressured: “I’ll proceed to work to advance our cultural pursuits and guarantee peace and concord for all.”

The occasion was attended by dignitaries together with Oba Adekanmi Oyekanmi, Alaba Kingdom of Aba, conventional leaders, and representatives of the Nigerian Police and Military.