The Emir of Ilorin, HRH Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, reacted to the protest which took place in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State.
The Informant247 earlier reported that there’s a protest in Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State over the scarcity of new naira notes.
The Informant247 understands that there’s been rejection of old naira notes by commercial banks in the country.
There were demonstrations over rejection of the old naira notes by traders in Oloje and Oko-Olowo areas of the city.
The first class traditional monarch called on the people to remain peaceful and do away with any forms of temptation.
This was revealed in a statement signed by the traditional ruler who doubles as the Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs on February 15, 2023.
”I have said it on several occasions that Ilorin Emirate is known for Peace, Kwara State is known for harmony, let’s resist all forms of temptations. Governments at all levels are working assiduously towards ensuring that the hardship is curtailed. I am deeply touched and worried about the current situation, it calls for calm and perseverance.
”Please let’s remain peaceful and together we shall overcome this Hard Time.
