The Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland, Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, has strongly condemned the recent wave of politically related killings in Ijesaland, declaring that “Ijesas are not chickens” and warning that such acts will no longer be tolerated.
The monarch made this known during his address at the unveiling of the Obokungbusi Hall of Fame, where he expressed deep concern over the rising insecurity linked to the build-up to the August elections.
According to the royal father, three sons of Ijesaland have reportedly been killed within the past month due to political violence. He described the development as tragic and unacceptable, especially at a time when peace and unity should be paramount.
Oba Haastrup emphasized that his foremost responsibility as the custodian of the land is the protection of lives and property of all Ijesa people, regardless of their political affiliations. He decried a situation where politicians allegedly shield their own families while exposing innocent citizens to danger.
“For politicians to keep their children abroad while unleashing violence on my people is unacceptable,” the monarch stated, lamenting the loss of lives and questioning how many more could fall victim if urgent action is not taken before the elections.
He further warned against a return to what he described as the “barbaric era” of political violence reminiscent of Nigeria’s past, stressing that such a path must be avoided at all costs.
In a decisive tone, the Owa Obokun declared that the Ijesa people would no longer tolerate violence disguised as politics. He vowed to mobilize the community against any individual found culpable, including imposing traditional sanctions on those who engage in or sponsor killings.
The monarch also called on religious leaders across churches, mosques, and traditional institutions to intensify advocacy against political violence, urging them to use their platforms to promote peace and discourage bloodshed.
He concluded with a firm message that the safety and dignity of Ijesaland must be preserved, reiterating that “enough is enough.”
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