Emure Ekiti indigenes call on Governor Oyebanji to address security, infrastructure, and respect for traditional institutions in the community.
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he people of Emure Ekiti, a community in Ekiti State, have sent an open letter to Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, highlighting grievances stemming from neglect and unjust treatment by the state government.
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Despite their overwhelming electoral support, the community has been sidelined in terms of infrastructure, political appointments, and security interventions.
In their letter, the concerned indigenes appreciated the governor’s efforts across various sectors in Ekiti State but voiced frustration over the poor road network in Emure Ekiti.
Despite ongoing road projects across the state, none have been directed to their area, leaving major routes in dangerous conditions and prone to criminal activities.
They also expressed deep concerns over lopsided recruitment exercises that have excluded their people. The community’s traditional institution has been disrespected, with no official condolence visit after the death of their revered monarch, Oba Emmanuel Adebowale Adebayo. This has left the people feeling overlooked and dishonoured.
A major issue raised was the alarming rate of kidnappings in Emure Ekiti. The letter described several recent incidents, including the tragic killing of a school bus driver, Mr Taiye Olugbaye, after a ransom was paid.
The community feels neglected as the state government has not provided adequate security interventions, despite similar responses to crises in other areas.
Further, the letter condemned the local government chairman’s perceived reckless sale of Emure Ekiti’s properties, particularly a local government building in Ado Ekiti.
The community alleges these assets are being sold to political associates and are demanding the reversal of these sales.
The indigenes also criticised their National Assembly representatives, accusing them of ignoring the community, despite their electoral support in recent elections.
This sense of exclusion is further deepened by the lack of political appointments for Emure Ekiti’s qualified candidates.
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In closing, the people of Emure Ekiti called for urgent intervention from Governor Oyebanji, requesting improvements in security, road infrastructure, and a reconsideration of political appointments.
They also appealed for the reversal of the sale of the local government property and a visit from the governor to the community.
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