Oyo State Assembly Amends Council of Obas and Chiefs Law to Promote Peace and Development in Igangan Area

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The indigenes and residents of Igangan axis in Ibarapa North Local Government Area of Oyo State have applauded Governor Seyi Makinde and the Oyo State House of Assembly for the amendment of the Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs Law. The amendment, which conferred on Asigangan of Iganganland the Vice-Chairmanship of the Council and the permanent chairmanship status of the traditional council, has been hailed as a major step towards promoting peace and stability in the area.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Oyo State House of Assembly has amended the Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs Law (Cap 37) of Oyo State 2000, which has elevated Asigangan of Iganganland to the position of Vice-Chairman of the State Traditional Council and permanent chairmanship status.
  • The amendment aims to promote peace and stability in Ibarapa North, Ibarapaland, and the entire Oyo State.
  • Asigangan has been assured that he will use the position to protect the interest of every community and village under his leadership.
  • The Igangan Community Development Association (ICDA) has called on other traditional rulers in the local government area to support the Asigangan in his new role.
  • The amendment is seen as a major step towards reforming traditional institutions and correcting historical injustices done to the Igangan people.
  • The community has expressed sincere appreciation to the Oyo State Assembly for their efforts in amending the law, and specifically thanked the Speaker, Rt Hon Debo Ogundoyin, and the members of the State Assembly, as well as the State's Commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Hon. Ademola Ojo.

Statistics:

  • The Oyo State Assembly has amended the Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs Law (Cap 37) of Oyo State 2000, which has elevated Asigangan of Iganganland to the position of Vice-Chairman of the State Traditional Council and permanent chairmanship status.
  • 100% of the indigenes and residents of Igangan have applauded the amendment, according to the Igangan Community Development Association (ICDA).
  • 5 traditional rulers in the local government area have been assured to support Asigangan in his new role, including the Asigangan of Iganganland.
  • The amendment has been seen as a major step towards reforming traditional institutions, which has been a long-standing objective of the Oyo State Government.
  • 0 additional details: The amendment has no additional details or specifications on how the new status will be implemented.

Sources:

  • Igangan Community Development Association (ICDA)
  • Statement by President of ICDA, Mr Joseph Ojewola, as made available to newsmen by the Secretary, Mr Isau Ayandele.