A two – time member of the House of Representatives and leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State, Hon Oladipupo Adebutu has been installed as the Seriki of Iperuland.
The installation which took place on Thursday, attracted traditional rulers from Remoland, top politicians and clergymen from across the state.
Among them were, Senator Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, Chief Derin Adebiyi who is the factional State Chairman of APC in Ogun State, Hon. Sikirulai Ogundele, PDP state Chairman among others.
The rituals for the installation which started at the Lopere House in Iperu – Remo, was climaxed at the palace of Alaperu of Iperu, Oba Adeleke Idowu Basibo.
Speaking with newsmen, Adebutu vowed to work for peace, progress and prosperity of Iperuland.
He said he has an obligation to hold institutions within Iperuland together “so that we can have peace and prosperity in the community.”
He said his installation signalled an end to about 40 years conflict over chieftaincy title in the area.
Adebutu said “The Seriki of Iperuland is a gazetted office, it’s a kingmaker position.
“So, unfortunately there is a misconception that it is a Muslim Chieftaincy title. It is not but by name it sounds like that. It is a gazetted Chieftaincy position. Infact, it is a second ranking position in the Mopere institution. Balogun is their number one position, while the Seriki is the second position.
“We are lucky because this is nearly 40 years conflict that is being resolved now and we thank God the community is coming to a peace resolution of this.”
The Lisa Aje of Egbaland also declared that community policing remains Nigeria’s best bet to tackle the insecurity challenges in the country.
He said it is high time the government fought insecurity to a standstill most especially as the nation gears up for 2023 polls.
Adebutu said “Well, like I said If we build better communities, it is unlikely that people will misbehave. It is important we have a better community based security. If I know who your father and mother is, it is unlikely that you will misbehave.
“We must have community policing. Community policing doesn’t mean you need to wear a uniform. It starts with know they neighbor, communicate with thy neighbor, be part of your community. This are the major ingredients of community policing.”
