The Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, Oba Babatunde Ajayi, has solicited the support and cooperation of Remo indigenes in Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State, to tackle the incessant cult killings and other forms of criminality in Remoland that have also led to destruction of properties in the area.
Oba Ajayi made the call while addressing the people at a rally organised by the Ogun State Police Command in collaboration with the state government and the Council of Obas at Ita-Oba, Sagamu, to sensitise members of the public towards curbing criminal activities and ensure peaceful co-existence among divergent ethnic groups in Sagamu and Remoland.
“The State government is bent on curbing criminality in the society. We can no longer tolerate hoodlums in our community; their activities have caused much havoc. Henceforth, anybody caught disturbing the peace in the society will be made to face the wrath of the law,” he said.
The revered monarch also condemned the rate at which cult activities had endangered the lives of innocent youths and even hurried some to their early graves, advising miscreants to desist or face appropriate sanctions.
Also speaking, the Baale, Arigbabu Community, Chief Fatunde Oyemade, enjoined youths to engage in profitable businesses that would secure their future, urging them to shun all forms of vices and embrace peace, calling on parents to keep watch on their children and lead them on the righteous path.
Also, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Ogun State Police Command, SP Omolola Odutola, said the state government would no longer tolerate miscreants and hoodlums in Sagamu, calling on individuals to maintain peace and orderliness, to fast track development.
The police spokesperson called on youths to desist from cultism, domestic violence, land grabbing, and cybercrime, among others, advising the public to support government and other security agencies in the fight against criminality in the society.
Meanwhile, sons and daughters of Remoland – far and near, have organised Golf Tournament to celebrate the 6th year coronation and 61st birthday anniversary of Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, Oba Ajayi.
The Aare of Remoland, Kola Oyefeso, said the golf competition was put together by Remo Golf Foundation at the Lafarge Cement Golf Club in Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State, adding that the event would encourage the royal fathers and the people to engage in Golf as a platform of exercise for healthy living.
Oyefeso added that it was chosen to woo younger ones to appreciate the game, disclosing that it was an interesting game that could be played by people of all abilities and ages.
“The Golf Tournament has been a wind of positive change in Remoland and served as a bridge of uniting the people of different ethnic backgrounds together, as a big family, ’’ he said.
Also speaking, the Chairman, Organising Committee, Mr. Adewole Sowole, said the game was meant to honour the royal father and also provide a platform for socialization with friends and meeting new people.
On his part, the Radanua of Idado, Oba Musiliu Soile, said the Akarigbo is a blessing to Remoland, saying his tenure has continued to bring progress and development, with the establishment of several companies across Remoland.
“Today monarchs are united and working for the betterment of Remoland. I believe with patience and endurance, Remoland will enjoy full security”, he said.
At the end of the tournament, Remi Olukoya emerged winner with 74 Gross; Bayo Ali 2nd position with 86 Gross and Tunji Amiyu 3rd position with 87 Gross, in the Golf Men’s Gross game, while Esan Adedeji won with 67 nets in the Men’s Golf Net game category.
Prizes won include, a return ticket to any Value Jet Destination, 1 week’s stay at Golf View Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos and N150,000:00 Gift Voucher, at any of the associate Golf Shops in Nigeria
Dignitaries at the event were, Elepe of Epe, HRH Oba Adewale Osiberu; Ewusi of Makun, HRH Oba Timothy Akinsanya; Radanuwa of Idado, Oba Musiliu Oriyomi Soile; Alagura of Agura, HRH, Oba Lukman Allison and other royal fathers.
