President of the Epe Ogunmodede Club and the Alakoso of Epe Kingdom, Omodele Ibrahim, has called on factions involved in the tussle over the vacant seat of the Olu-Epe of Epe Kingdom to embrace peace and shun all acts that could lead to a breakdown of law and order in the community.

He made the appeal at Glover Hall, Lagos, during this year’s King Kosoko memorial lecture held to celebrate the legacy of the Lagos monarch.

Ibrahim said that the intervention of the Lagos State government was a welcome development, urging members of the community to await the outcome of the government’s decision and avoid acts capable of disrupting the peace and tranquillity enjoyed in the area.

The yearly lecture, which brings together dignitaries, cultural leaders, and descendants of King Kosoko, was dedicated to celebrating the monarch’s enduring legacies, reinforcing his values of unity, education, and cultural pride.

Ibrahim restated King Kosoko’s significance in Lagos history, describing him as “a great and courageous monarch who built on the cultural heritage of Lagos.”

He noted that Eko-Epe was founded on love, strength, and peace—values that must be preserved for future generations.

The Ogunmodede Club President further encouraged the youths to emulate King Kosoko’s values of courage, discipline, and cultural pride.

He stressed that the founding fathers of Eko-Epe placed education and welfare at the heart of community development, a tradition the Epe Ogunmodede Club remains committed to sustaining.

Also, the Baamofin of Epe Kingdom, Tunde Seriki, underscored the significance of peace and harmony during the Olu-Epe transition, noting that peace has always been a guiding principle of the community’s forefathers.

Similarly, High Chief Wale Magaji praised the memorial lecture for rekindling a strong sense of belonging among descendants of Kosoko, describing it as a vital reminder of lineage, history, and shared identity.

Meanwhile, the 2025 King Kosoko Memorial Lecture not only celebrated the monarch’s lasting influence on Lagos history but also underscored the responsibility of the younger generation to uphold peace, preserve culture, and strengthen community bonds.