Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has applauded the people of the south west, especially traditional rulers and traditional religious worshippers, for upholding the cultural heritage of the Yoruba.
The governor made the commendation in his statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, to commemorate the “Isese” Day in Lagos on Tuesday.
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Sanwo-Olu, who is also the chairman, Southwest Governors’ Forum, also commended his colleagues in the south-western parts of the country for declaring public holiday in their respective states for the celebration of the day.
“The world has become a global village with an attendant result in multiculturalism, the Yoruba have unique culture and traditions that must be preserved for the future generations.
“I commend all traditional rulers and people of the south-western part of the country for upholding these cultural and traditional virtues of the Yoruba race.
“I charge you all to use the occasion of today’s celebrations to remind themselves of the importance of the Yoruba Omoluabi ethos.
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“These include tolerance, hospitality, peaceful co-existence among ourselves, different religious groups and our neighbours,” he said.
The governor noted that these values must continue to be the hallmark of the Yoruba people.
EKO HOT BLOG recalls that the Lagos state government on Monday, declared Tuesday, Aug. 20 as public holiday to allow residents and Yoruba people to actively participate in the “Isese” day celebration.
“Isese Day” celebrates the Yoruba traditions and religion in a display of culture and spirituality.
It is usually celebrated on every August 20 every year as a day for traditional worshipers to celebrate their deities.
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