Yoruba Monarchs Support Ooni's Call to Combat Insecurity

Yoruba monarchs have rallied behind Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi's initiative to combat insecurity through the deployment of traditional powers against banditry and kidnapping in Yorubaland, Nigeria. This support follows a surge in abductions, including the recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State.

During the grand finale of the 2026 Ifa Festival, Ooni Ogunwusi condemned the wave of kidnappings as unacceptable and urged traditional rulers to play an active role in protecting their communities. He emphasized the importance of harnessing ancestral power to confront criminal elements.

Former Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers Chairman Oba Ayorind Ilori Faboro and other leaders argued that traditional spiritual practices have historically defended Yoruba communities. They called for a regional security summit to address these issues collaboratively with existing security agencies.

Despite the support for traditional methods, caution was advised regarding their integration within Nigeria's constitutional framework.