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Alaafin Owoade Clarifies Oro Ipebi ‘Curfew’, Says ‘I’m A Practicing Muslim, Will Never Toy With Human Rights’
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba AbdulAkeem Owoade, has addressed the controversy surrounding the imposed curfew during the 21-day traditional Oro Ipebi rites in Oyo town.
In a statement, Oba Owoade clarified that the choice of words in the earlier statement was not intended to demean any religion or restrict human rights.
The statement, issued by the Chief of Staff, Mr. Rotimi Osuntola, explained that words like “curfew”, “arrest”, and “detention” were used in a loose traditional sense, as is customary during Oro rites in Oyo Kingdom.
“Their interpretations should be seen as such, and not being coercive or meant to demean or profane the ongoing Ramadan and Lenten seasons,” the statement read.
Oba Owoade, who identified himself as a practicing Muslim, emphasised that he would never compromise human rights and freedoms guaranteed by the constitution.
“His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Owoade has directed that the issue of curfew be discountenanced,” the statement said.
The monarch urged the people of Oyo to go about their normal duties without fear of arrest, detention, or molestation.
The office of the Chief of Staff regretted any confusion caused by the earlier release and accepted responsibility for the misunderstanding.
As the Oro Ipebi rites continue, the indigenes are advised to be cautious with their movement in areas where the rites are being performed.
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