By Dada Ahmed in Lokoja.
Daudu Dr. Ahmed O.Yusuf
President General, Okengwe Development Association, ODA.
The Okengwe Development Association (ODA) has expressed deep concern over the indiscriminate masquerade outings in Okengwe-Ehi.
The President General (PG) of ODA, Daudu Dr. Ahmed O. Yusuf, stated this in a statement he signed in Abuja and sent to The Reporters in Lokoja on Wednesday.
The PG said, “I wish to express the concerns of the ODA regarding the troubling increase in indiscriminate masquerade outings in our district. This situation poses a risk of escalating into a crisis, reminiscent of past events that caused significant harm to our community.
“History has shown us the dangers of allowing unchecked activities to spiral out of control. Our leaders cannot remain passive while the youth, who lack the ability to shape their futures, lead us back to a cycle of conflict and discord.
“Therefore, I urge our leaders and influential community groups to take immediate action to curtail unnecessary masquerade parades.
“I particularly appeal to our Traditional Rulers (Ta’arus) to limit the use of masquerades during celebrations, as the current circumstances may exceed the control of our youth.
“Let us remember that history will reflect our actions, and we must strive to foster peace and progress. We have all prayed for a harmonious community, and now is the time to actively preserve it.”
