Obasanjo calls for Yoruba unity

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has called for the unity of the Yoruba race, especially among the people of Owu kingdom.
Obasanjo, who is the Balogun of Owu Kingdom, made the call at the weekend in Ibadan during the 26th national convention of Royal Union of Owu People (RUOP).
The former president said the purpose of establishing RUOP was to foster unity and assist the less privileged among Owu people and Yoruba in general and urged the people to always ask about the welfare of one another, saying it had been the legacy of their forefathers.
He asked the people to make financial contributions for the progress of the association and prayed for the eradication of poverty in Nigeria.
The Chairman of the Supreme Council of Owu Obas, Olusanya Dosumu, rejoiced with the people of Owu on the celebration of the 26th national convention and thanked God for sparing their lives.
Magaji Olugbode, the Head of Owu Ibadan, Tesleem Abiodun, called on Owu indigenes home and abroad to always strive for the growth and development of Owu kingdom.
In a lecture with the theme “Impact of Owu in Ibadanland,” Moshood Tomori, urban management consultant, called on Owu people in Ibadan to promote historic sites and cultural heritage.
Tomori called for religious tolerance, saying it was necessary for meaningful development. (Premium Times)