Olu Anthony Bamigbaiye Calls for Peace and Unity as Ekinrin-Adde Community Marks 33rd Day, Says Funds Raised Are for Targeted Community Projects
The paramount ruler of Ekinrin-Adde Community in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State, Olu of Ekinrin-Adde, His Royal Majesty, Olu Anthony Bamigbaiye, CON, has called on the people of Ekinrin-Adde to embrace peace and unity as the community celebrates the 33rd Ekinrin-Adde Day.
Speaking on Saturday during the annual event used to give thanks and raise funds for targeted community development projects, the monarch said the celebration brings indigenes together to thank God and mobilize resources for projects since government alone cannot provide everything.
He noted that funds realized over the years have been used for specific projects, including the first town hall in Ijumu land, the first secondary school in Ekinrin-Adde, and the palace hall in the community.
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Olu Bamigbaiye expressed concern over insecurity, noting that fear has kept many indigenes away from the celebration.
He urged unity among all Asokun people, saying there can be no development without peace.
The monarch welcomed the proposed state police and commended the Kogi State Government for its direct response to recent attacks in Iluke, expressing hope that insecurity will soon be a thing of the past.
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(DEMOCRACY NEWSLINE NEWSPAPER, JUNE 27TH 2026)
