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Poka Needs Everyone’s Support For Progress, Oba Aliru Charges Indigenes

  • The Aladeuraka of Poka land says the progress of the town is up to all indigenes.
  • He notes that indigenes must be ready to lend their helping hand in any capacity.
  • The monarch also wants indigenes abroad to return home to engineer the development of Poka.

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Aladeuraka of Poka land, Oba Ayodele Aliru, has urged all indigenes of Poka land, both within and outside the country, to return home and participate in the socio-economic advancement of the ancient Kingdom.

The monarch made the call in a recent interview on the sidelines of the Kilajolu masquerade festival. The Kilajolu masquerade symbolises the end of slave trade in Epe.

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Kilajolu masquerade in Poka land

Speaking with Eko Hot Blog, Oba Aliru stated that the cooperation of Poka indigenes is crucial to ensuring the kingdom’s progress and development.

The monarch, who noted the need for indigenes to keep a close watch on the affairs of Poka land, said every stakeholder must be involved in the task to move the community forward.

He also emphasized the importance of staying informed and actively involved in decision-making processes.

Aladeuraka of Poka land, Oba Ayodele Aliru

Addressing indigenes outside Poka, the Aladeuraka stated that their town needs them.

The monarch urged the Poka indigenes to remain connected to their roots and utilize their skills, knowledge, and resources to support initiatives aimed at improving the socio-economic well-being of the community.

Furthermore, Oba Aliru encouraged indigenes to lend a helping hand wherever possible, whether through financial contributions, volunteering, or sharing expertise.

On the future of Poka, the royal father expressed his optimism for progress, noting that, by working together, indigenes can build a brighter and more prosperous community for generations to come.

Kilajolu masquerade

The appeal from Oba Ayodele Aliru serves as a rallying cry for indigenes of Poka land to unite in their commitment to the advancement and development of their homeland.

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It is a call to action that highlights the importance of community engagement and collective responsibility in building stronger, more resilient societies.

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