A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abayomi Nurain Mumuni, has called on the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ojaja II), and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, to sheathe their sword.

He stated this while reacting to the rift between the duo, which was brought on by the chieftaincy title bestowed on Ibadan-based businessman Dotun Sanusi by the Ooni.

Speaking via a statement on Wednesday, the APC chieftain appealed to the monarchs to demonstrate restraint and unity as tension mounts over the controversial chieftaincy title

He urged them to prioritise Yoruba solidarity above personal or throne-based rivalries, warning that their actions could ripple across Yorubaland.

He said, “The Ooni and the Alaafin are not just monarchs, they are symbols of Yoruba unity. Their conduct should inspire harmony, not division.”

Calling attention to their shared ancestry and cultural heritage, he reminded both royal fathers that they are custodians of a legacy which must be preserved for future generations.

The APC leader, who holds the title of Jagunmade of Lagos, suggested convening respected elders to mediate and called for creating platforms that encourage peaceful dialogue.

He warned against utterances that could inflame passions, stressing that Yoruba culture must be portrayed as strong and united across Nigeria.

“Your leadership holds the potential to unite not only the Yoruba people but to project harmony across the nation. It falls upon you to lead with grace and wisdom so that generations to come inherit a legacy of unity,” he said.

Mumuni expressed hope that the reigns of the two monarchs would continue to foster pride, cohesion, and development in Yorubaland.