Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has commended the people of the south west, particularly traditional rulers and traditional religious worshippers, for upholding the cultural heritage of the Yoruba.
The governor made the commendation in his statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, to commemorate the “Isese” Day in Lagos on Tuesday.
Sanwo-Olu, who is also the chairman, Southwest Governors’ Forum, also commended his colleagues in the south-western parts of the country for declaring public holiday in their respective states for the celebration of the day.
“The world has become a global village with an attendant result in multiculturalism, the Yoruba have unique culture and traditions that must be preserved for the future generations.
“I commend all traditional rulers and people of the south-western part of the country for upholding these cultural and traditional virtues of the Yoruba race.