In yesterday’s plenary proceedings of the Kwara State House of Assembly, held on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, under the leadership of the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Engr. Yakubu Danladi Salihu, urgent matters of public importance took center stage.
Hon. Abolarin Ganiyu Gabriel (Ekiti) presented a pressing issue concerning the escalating communal crisis between Obbo-Aiyegunle Community in Ekiti LGA of Kwara State and Eda-Oniyo Community in Ilejemeje LGA of Ekiti State. This conflict, stemming from a longstanding unresolved land dispute, has led to recurring attacks and counterattacks between the two communities.
The House, after a thorough debate and consideration of the matter, passed resolutions urging the Governor to intervene promptly. Measures include deploying armed security personnel to Obbo-Aiyegunle Community to maintain peace, facilitating dialogue between stakeholders of both communities, and seeking official demarcation of the boundary by the National Boundary Commission.
Additionally, the House urged cooperation between the Kwara and Ekiti State governments to ensure the immediate release of detained individuals connected to the dispute, fostering peaceful coexistence among residents.
The Assembly adjourned its session, highlighting its commitment to addressing urgent issues impacting the welfare and security of Kwara State residents.