By Richard Akintade, Osogbo
The Olowu of Kuta, Oba Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude, Tegboosun 111 has tasked the federal government to consider devolution of power between the Federal Government and 36 states in the country to strengthen Internal security.
Oba Tegboosun 111 disclosed this while granting audience to the Osun state government Civic engagement team led by the Special Assistant to the Governor on Civic Engagement, Honourable Olatunbosun Oyintinloye in his Palace.
The Royal father noted the need for diversion of power and restructuring on the path of regional integration to boost socio-economic development of each region.
The Monarch maintained that if granted, it would ensure State autonomy in areas of security and health which remained key in governance
Oba Oyelude added that Nigeria was a country blessed with immense human and mineral resources but its development had been hindered due to its system of government adopted over the years where power was demociled at Federal instead of States
The Olowu maintained that if the request was looked into, state governors would have the strength to overcome insecurity in more proactive ways to curb various forms of insecurity the nation was faced with.
Speaking on Governor Adegboyega Oyetola’s administration, Oba Oyelude lauded his political zeal and resilience in ensuring that dividends of democracy get to the nooks and crannies of the State.
The natural ruler noted that the state government had spread infrastructure across the three senatorial districts of the State, adding that the Olaiya flyover would not only beautify the state capital but also testify to his readiness in changing the narratives of governance
He admonished citizens of the state to take ownership of government infrastructure at their various communities, adding that those projects were collectively owned by the citizens of the State.
Reacting to the activities of the civic engagement programme of the state ministry of Information, the Monarch threw his weight behind the initiative, saying it would not only serve as feedback for government but also ensure inclusive governance.
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