Southern Governors ready to work with traditional rulers to engender development- Abiodun

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has said governors from southern Nigeria are ready to work with their traditional rulers to foster peace, unity, and engender development in the region.

Abiodun made the declaration on Tuesday when he received members of the Technical Committee of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council, who paid him a courtesy call in his office at Oke-Mosan Abeokuta.
He said that as custodians of the rich cultural heritage of the region, the traditional rulers serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring significance of tradition, lauding them for playing a vital role in shaping society through ongoing efforts in promoting peace, preserving our cultural heritage, and fostering collaboration among the Southern States of Nigeria.

He said: “As Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum and as an administration, I would like to emphasize on behalf of my colleagues that we are committed to fostering an environment where this strong partnership with the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council can thrive, where your voices are heard, and where your counsel is considered in the formulation and execution of government policies.