President Bola Tinubu has underscored the crucial role of traditional institutions in fostering national unity and development during a visit to Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos at the historic Iga Idunganran Palace on Friday.
In a tweet shared on his verified X handle, the President highlighted the significance of traditional institutions as partners in governance and stability. His visit followed his attendance at the Jumat service at the Lagos Central Mosque, Balogun.
“Today, I had the honour of visiting His Majesty, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos, at the historic Iga Idunganran Palace, a site rich in culture and tradition,” President Tinubu said.
The meeting focused on how Nigeria can harness its traditional values to tackle societal challenges and promote national cohesion. Both leaders acknowledged the key role traditional institutions play in governance, with a shared vision for these institutions to strengthen community harmony and contribute to national progress.
“During my visit, Kabiyesi and I engaged in meaningful conversations about the role traditional institutions play in shaping our society and how they can improve on their role as partners in governance and development,” Tinubu added.
The discussions also explored how these institutions could work closely with government efforts to foster development and stability across Nigeria.
“We discussed Nigeria’s challenges and emphasised the importance of leveraging our traditional values in building a cohesive society that promotes prosperity for all citizens,” the President wrote, thanking Oba Akiolu for the productive meeting.
