A group, Yoruba Youth Congress (YYC), yesterday cautioned traditional rulers in the region to desist from partisan politics and work for the development of the Yoruba.
Its National President, Dapo Adepoju, who spoke with reporters in Akure, the Ondo State capital, advised the monarchs to learn from their mistakes and desist from trading Yoruba interest for their personal gains.
He decried the roles of some monarchs during the March 28 presidential election, where some of them compromised the interest of the Yoruba for monetary purposes.
As custodians of culture and traditions, Adepoju said the monarchs should be neutral and abstain from any act that can mar their reputations.
The YYC President appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to make youth empowerment a priority of his administration.
He expressed YYC’s support for the Federal Government’s anti -corruption crusade, which according to him, is the antidote for the eradication of the menace.
“Yoruba youths are behind the Federal Government in its bid to recover looted funds. YYC delegates have met with the Vice President, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, on the need for the government to make youth empowerment its priority.
“We are hopeful our suggestions and ideals will be considered for possible implementation,” Adepoju said.
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