The Loogun of Ede land, Chief Jimoh Kabiru, who was suspended by Timi of Ede, Oba Munirudeen Lawal, has dispelled rumour of fighting with the king over alleged land grabbing.
The Nation recalled Chief Kabiru was suspended over alleged land grabbing allegations by some residents of the town.
Kabiru in a statement on Saturday explained contrary to the claim by his compound, “I never mandated anybody or a group to attack or insult the revered institution of Timi of Ede over land matter.
“It is equally important to notify Ede indigenes at home and abroad including the generality of the people that there is no rancour or misunderstanding over land between myself and our revered royal father, Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, the Timi of Ede.
Read Also: Osun monarch urges traditional rulers to uphold cultural mandate
“As a guardian of our culture and tradition, I clearly understand, respect and cherish the robust father and son relationship that exists between myself and our father, the Timi of Ede.
“Consequently, whatever might have been the case over the land matter is now receiving attention of the Timi~in~Council and eminent leaders in Ede and we are already working together to achieve an amicable resolution.”