Yoruba leaders in North pledge commitment to national unity

The Association of Yoruba Traditional Leaders and Obas in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has inaugurated Alhaji Murtala Sani Adeleke, the Oba Yoruba of Funtua LGA in Katsina State, as its new chairman. The event, held in Abuja on Saturday, marked the 10th anniversary of the association, the swearing-in of […]

The Association of Yoruba Traditional Leaders and Obas in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has inaugurated Alhaji Murtala Sani Adeleke, the Oba Yoruba of Funtua LGA in Katsina State, as its new chairman.

The event, held in Abuja on Saturday, marked the 10th anniversary of the association, the swearing-in of newly elected executives, and the investiture of the life patron of the association.

It was attended by dignitaries, traditional rulers and members of the Yoruba community across Northern Nigeria.

In his acceptance speech, Oba Murtala Adeleke pledged to uphold national unity, foster progress and ensure the welfare of Yoruba indigenes residing in the North.

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He commended the founding members of the association, particularly the immediate past chairman, Alhaji Hassan Alao Yusuf (Oba Yoruba of Borno), for his dedication to the growth and stability of the organisation.

Oba Adeleke emphasised that leading the Yoruba community in the North requires physical, emotional, and financial commitment, as the role extends beyond serving Yoruba indigenes to assisting travellers and visitors seeking refuge.

Oba Adeleke also assured his colleagues of an open-door policy, welcoming advice and constructive criticism, as leadership is a collective responsibility.

As part of his vision for advancing the association, Oba Adeleke announced the acquisition of a well-furnished office in Abuja, which will serve as the venue for quarterly meetings. He also unveiled plans to build a permanent secretariat, describing it as an ambitious but achievable goal through collective effort and goodwill.

He reaffirmed his commitment to promoting the welfare of Yoruba people in the North, strengthening community ties, and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba nation.