'Isale Eko Descendants’ Union Condemns the Invasion of Iga Idunganran

 

Aliu Akeem

The Isale Eko Descendants Union has really condemned the ugly face which the Lagos Endsars protest has turned. After the Lekki massacre on Tuesday, Lagos Youths have taken the streets to express their displeasure and doggedness for the struggle. But this has been greeted with several destructive acts by hoodlums, whom have taken the chance wrongly to loot shops, cart away personal belongings, set houses and institutions ablaze. 

Sequel to this, Mr Yomi Tokosi the chairman, condemns the acts and says.."The Isale Eko Descendants' Union is deeply saddened that the organised peaceful #EndSars protest in Lagos State has been hijacked by hoodlums who have rampaged through the streets of our beloved state causing untold destruction and looting.

This destruction  has been extended to our ancestral seat of power, the Iga Idunganran- The Palace of Our Oba. The Palace was invaded by armed hoodlums who carted away traditional instruments of office and other valuables and artefacts.

We unreservedly condemn the acts of sacrilege committed by the culprits who desecrated our cultural heritage. 

We appeal that they stop this wanton destruction, sheath their swords and allow peace to reign.

It is pertinent to state that Iga Idunganran belongs to all sons and daughters of Isale Eko and it’s sanctity is our collective duty. The Palace is the custodian of centuries' old priceless and irreplaceable heritage artefacts that have been passed down through generations. 

We are consoled that Kabiyesi, Oba Riliwanu Babatunde Akiolu, Akiolu 1, and his Family are safe and secure. 

All sons and daughters of Isale Eko should lend their weight to this clarion call for the security of our Heritage. God bless."

Isale Eko a Gbee Wa O.

Mr. Yomi Tokosi

Chairman

Isale Eko Descendants’ Union