Obanikoro tasks traditional ruler on education of subjects

A former Minister of State for Defence, Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro, has advised youths to make the pursuit of education their topmost priority.

Obanikoro gave the advice at the fifth Coronation Anniversary Ceremony of Oba Abraham Ogabi, the Onimeke of Imeke kingdom, in Badagry.

Represented by his son, Mr Ibrahim Obanikoro, the former minister urged Ogabi to always preach the importance of education to youths in the area.

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The minister said that education was important in life, as it reduces poverty.

He noted that that the community had witnessed peace and rapid development since the Oba’s ascension to the throne five years ago.

Obanikoro commended sons and daughters of the community for allowing peace to reign in Imeke.