By Kelechi David
The Ekiti State Government has expressed its readiness to organise seminars for traditional chiefs as part of efforts to promote peace in various communities of the state.
The State Deputy Governor, Otunba Bisi Egbeyemi gave the information at a forum in Ado-Ekiti.
“the move became necessary to prevent clashes and conflicts between traditional rulers and their Chiefs.
“the proposed seminar would be tailored towards engendering peace, unity, harmony and cooperation among Obas and their Chiefs to ensure stability in all communities.
Otunba Egbeyemi explained that the forum would serve as an avenue to enlighten the chiefs on their functions, roles and limitations in accordance with the provisions of the Ekiti State Chieftaincy Laws.
He reiterated that Traditional Rulers cannot unilaterally remove their chiefs without due process, noting that the State Government, through the Bureau of Chieftaincy Affairs, must be carried along before such an action would be taken.
The Deputy Governor advised Chiefs to always be loyal and diligent in the performance of their duties which included attending palace meetings and other community engagements before they could be entitled to monthly stipends.
