Don’t make Osun poll a do-or-die affair, traditionalists warn gov candidates

Leaders of the Traditional Religion Worshippers Association in Osun State have issued a stern warning to candidates vying for the governorship in the August 15 election. They urged politicians not to transform the poll into a "do-or-die affair," emphasizing the need for peace and the prevention of kidnapping and other violent crimes.

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Ifa warns all governorship candidates against making this election a do-or-die affair. This act may set Osun State ablaze.

During a press briefing in Osogbo, TRWASO President Dr. Oluseyi Atanda relayed messages from Ifa divination, which indicated that the state's next governor must possess a large heart, capable of tolerating insults and accommodating opposing viewpoints. The divination also reassured that the election would not result in excessive bloodshed if stakeholders trust and obey divine guidance.

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Ifa says Osun state shall be great, Osun shall rise and prosper in the hands of the incoming Governor, but who will emerge is that one who is large-hearted to tolerate insults and embarrassments.

"Ifa warns all governorship candidates against making this election a do-or-die affair. This act may set Osun State ablaze," Atanda stated, relaying the oracle's message. The association called upon citizens of all faiths to pray for politicians to moderate their behavior, asserting that only God appoints leaders. Ifa also chastised traditional rulers who have openly supported specific candidates, reminding them of their role as custodians of culture and tradition who should remain impartial.

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Ifa says it is true that all are wary and concerned with the spate of violence.

Furthermore, Ifa urged traditional rulers to unite and invoke ancestral spirits to counter the invasion of violent criminals into the state. The divination also issued a somber warning about impending famine, advising those in the agricultural sector to focus on irrigation, flooding, and fertilizers to improve crop yields. The association stated that the words of Ifa are golden and will eventually come to pass.

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Ifa asks all stakeholders, politicians and indigenes of Osun not to sit on the fence. We should all get involved and play our roles for a successful conduct of a free and fair election in Osun State.