The candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement Ibadan Northwest/Southwest Federal Constituency for APM, Mogaji Akin Fagbemi, has reaffirmed his commitment to the welfare and activities of Mogajis in Ibadanland, declaring that he remains an integral part of the traditional family and will continue to support them.
Fagbemi stated this while presenting a donation of One million naira to the Association of Ibadan North-West Mogajis in support of its anniversary celebration, held at Adepoju hall, Ibadan North-West Local Govt, Onireke.
Speaking at the event, Fagbemi described the Mogajis as custodians of Ibadan’s rich heritage and grassroots identity, stressing that their contributions to the preservation of the city’s culture and traditions should be recognised and supported.
He said, “I am part of you, and I will continue to support our Mogajis. This donation is my own contribution towards the success of this anniversary and a demonstration of my commitment to our traditional institution.”
Fagbemi said his relationship with the Mogajis was not limited to political considerations, noting that his association with them was rooted in a shared heritage and commitment to the development of Ibadanland.
According to him, “Our relationship goes beyond politics. We share the same heritage, the same identity and the same concern for the progress of Ibadanland.
I will continue to support our Mogajis whenever I have the opportunity to do so.”
He commended the Association of Ibadan North-West Mogajis for sustaining its anniversary and promoting unity among Mogajis and traditional families within the axis.
Fagbemi urged the Mogajis to continue to provide responsible leadership at the grassroots and use their positions to promote peace, unity and development across Ibadanland.
He added that traditional institutions had an important role to play in fostering peaceful coexistence and strengthening community development.
The APM chieftain also called for stronger collaboration among traditional rulers, Mogajis, political leaders and other stakeholders, saying collective efforts remained essential to achieving sustainable development in Ibadan.
Receiving the donation, the leadership of the Association of Ibadan North-West Mogajis expressed appreciation to Fagbemi for his gesture, describing it as a demonstration of his commitment to the association and the traditional heritage of Ibadanland.
The association said the donation would contribute to the success of the anniversary celebration and further strengthen the relationship between Fagbemi and the Mogajis.
The anniversary event attracted Mogajis, community leaders, traditional stakeholders and other dignitaries who joined in celebrating the association and its contributions to the development of Ibadanland.
