His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful in his domain and beyond, urging peace, unity, and religious tolerance as they celebrate Eid-ul-Adha (Ileya Festival). In a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Peter Olaleye, the monarch emphasized the festival’s core values of sacrifice, obedience, and devotion while reinforcing his commitment to Ogbomoso’s 25-year development plan.
Key Highlights:
✔️ Interfaith Harmony – Oba Olaoye described Eid-ul-Adha as a celebration of sacrifice and devotion, urging reflection on its spiritual and communal values.
✔️ Peace & Development – Stressed that no meaningful progress can occur without religious tolerance and understanding.
✔️ Ogbomoso’s Growth Plan – Reiterated his commitment to lifting residents out of poverty and modernizing the region.
✔️ Inclusive Celebration – Extended greetings to both indigenes and non-indigenes in Ogbomoso, reinforcing communal bonds.
Why This Matters:
The Soun’s message aligns with broader interfaith calls for national unity, highlighting the role of traditional institutions in fostering social cohesion. His emphasis on development also underscores the link between peace and economic progress.
