- Epe LG Chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun, suspends Olu-Epe installation after emergence of two rival Oba-elects.
- Eid-ul-Adha and Jumat prayers at Epe Central Mosque and Eid ground cancelled over security concerns.
- Authorities call for calm as security operatives are deployed and reconciliation efforts are set to begin.
The Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government, Princess Surah Olayemi Animashaun, has suspended the installation process of a new Olu-Epe following rising tensions sparked by the emergence of two rival Oba-elects in the town.
Ekohotblog reports that on Monday, two prominent chiefs—High Chief Iskilu Olajide Ikuforiji and High Chief Adeniyi Kadri Odedeogboro, were both installed as Olu-Epe by opposing factions, leading to widespread confusion and unrest within the community.
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In response to the growing crisis, the council boss issued a directive halting all installation activities and urging all parties to maintain the status quo until further notice.
This directive was conveyed in an official letter addressed to the Grand Imam of Epe Division, Sheikh Abiola Sadala.
“Given the current atmosphere, it is imperative that we prioritize peace and communal harmony,” Princess Animashaun stated.
“We are calling for calm and restraint from all parties involved. The traditional institutions in Epe must reflect unity, not division.”
In a related development, the Chairman has also ordered the cancellation of this Friday’s Eid-ul-Adha (Ileya) and Jumat prayers scheduled to hold at the Epe Central Mosque and the Eid Praying Ground in Oke-Balogun.
“The safety of our people comes first,” she emphasized. “These gatherings, under the current climate, pose a security risk.
We urge all religious and traditional leaders to cooperate with the government as we work towards resolving this matter peacefully.”
Community elders and stakeholders have begun weighing in on the situation. Alhaji Musa Onanuga, a respected elder, commended the Chairman’s swift action.
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“This is a wise move by the council boss. Things were getting out of hand. We need to come together and find a lasting solution before this escalates beyond control,” he said.
Security agencies have since been deployed to maintain order across key areas of the town, as the local government plans to convene a peace and reconciliation meeting involving all relevant stakeholders.
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