The traditional ruler Aseyin of Iseyinland, His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr) Abdul-Ganiyu Adekunle Salawu (JP) has urged Corps members deployed to Oyo state to respect the traditions and norms guiding their host communities.
He made this charge while delivering the lecture on rich traditions and cultures of the Yoruba heritage to the 2019 Batch 'B' Corps members at the NYSC permanent Orientation Camp, Iseyin.
His Royal Majesty ably represented by Alhaji Bello Bashiru a Principal lecturer and Director Academic Planning at Oyo State College of Education Lanlate Oyo State, admonished the Corps members to always respect the traditions and norms of their communities. Stating that this act of respect, will ensure integration and acceptance of corps members by the good people of Oyo State. A Yoruba nation that cherishes respect of their norms and tradition.
The Special guest during the lectures gave a historical overview of the Yorubas spanning from the pre-colonial era till date. He highlighted some qualities of the Yorubas which includes modesty especially in their mode of dressing, bravery, hospitality.
Further in his lecture the Corps members were enlightened on certain lifestyles inimical to the culture these include: suicide, homosexuality and nudity. He advised the Corps members to detest such acts because of its consequences.
The traditional lecture proferred the Corps members the opportunity to dance to the different drum beats of the rich Yoruba traditions
The Aseyin of Iseyinland assured the Corps members a high level of acceptance in their host communities. "The good people of Oyo State are highly hospitable".
The corps members later entertained the Kabiyesi with rich cultural dance steps of the 3 major tribes (Hausa, Ibo and Yoruba).
Earlier in her welcome address, the NYSC Oyo State Coordinator Eniola Ambekemo expressed her appreciation to the Aseyin of Iseyinland for taking out time to educate the corps members on the cultures and traditions of the Yorubas. Stating that "his fatherly role to NYSC scheme in Oyo State and kind hospitality towards corps members is unparalleled ".
Ambekemo also applauded the Monarch and the notable sons and daughters of Iseyin land for their commitment towards the scheme. It would be recalled that Hon. Shina Peller representing Iseyin/kajola Federal consistency recently donated a new block of the hostel to the scheme. She used the opportunity to appeal for more support from other well-meaning sons and daughters of Iseyinland.
In a similar development the State Coordinator during the official flag off of the lecture series enjoined the Corps members to take seriously all lectures that would be delivered during the Orientation exercise "This is because lecture which is an integral part of the Orientation course is geared towards keeping you well informed and improve on any lost ground. No knowledge is lost rather it will help you all through your service year".
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