Alamuye of Amuye-Faforiji speaks with Ijesanews on the developmental vision for his community, the renewed interest from investors, the urgent need for government intervention on critical road networks, and the role of Indigenes and stakeholders in sustaining the town’s growth.
Kabiyesi, many communities rely on the support of their sons and daughters in the diaspora for growth. What message do you have for the industrious sons and daughters of Amuye-Faforiji regarding community development?
I want to use this opportunity to sincerely call on all the successful sons and daughters of Amuye-Faforiji, both at home and abroad, to look back and contribute meaningfully to the development of our community. Amuye-Faforiji is our collective heritage. No matter how far we travel or how comfortable we become, our roots are here, and this town will always remain our identity.
What we build at home becomes the legacy our children and future generations will meet. When our indigenes invest their knowledge, resources, networks and influence back home, the entire community grows. I strongly believe that when they come together to collaborate with me and support the developmental vision we have for Amuye-Faforiji, the ancestors of Faforiji will stand behind them, bless their efforts and open greater doors of prosperity for them.
Our forebears reward those who honour the land, and this is why I encourage all our sons and daughters to remember home. If we join hands, we can transform Amuye-Faforiji into a model community that others will admire.
Last year, your community agreed on certain decisions aimed at transforming Faforiji. How far have these plans gone?
By the grace of God, the decisions we made last year concerning the development of Faforiji have already begun to manifest. We are no longer just talking about development — we are witnessing the early fruits of it. Several investors and individuals have visited our community to assess land and opportunities, and some of them are already making concrete plans to establish industries in Amuye-Faforiji.These industries, once completed, will provide a lifeline for our youths. We have many graduates and skilled young people who have been searching for employment for years. The coming of new industries will open job opportunities for them, reduce idleness, reduce migration pressure on our youths, and naturally improve the overall livelihood of our people.
Beyond employment, the industries will depend heavily on raw materials that are available in our community. This means they will buy produce from our local farmers, traders and market women. The ripple effect is huge: more money in circulation, thriving local markets, improved household income and a stronger community economy.This is why I am calling on all Indigenes to work collectively. Development is not the work of the king alone; it is a shared responsibility. When we unite with one purpose, the transformation becomes faster, stronger and sustainable.
The Ifewara–Faforiji–Olode Road remains a major issue for residents and road users. What appeal would you like to make to government?
I must appeal strongly to the government at all levels to help us rehabilitate the Ifewara-Faforiji-Olode Road. This road is the lifeline of our community. It was last rehabilitated around 2009, but over the years, it has been completely damaged, making movement extremely difficult for our people.This bad road affects everything — transportation, farming, trade, emergencies, security and even education. Most of our people depend on farming as their major source of livelihood. They transport farm produce through this road, but the current condition makes it almost impossible. Vehicles break down frequently. Traders suffer losses. Farmers struggle to take produce to urban markets, and buyers from cities find it hard to reach us.
If the road is rehabilitated, it will revive our community economy instantly. It will also connect us better to urban centers, making our agricultural potential visible to the outside world. This is why we are crying out for help. Government intervention on this road is not a luxury; it is a necessity for our survival and development.
There are also inner communities under Faforiji such as Eyin-Oke and Senge. What is the situation there, and what support do you need?
Communities like Eyin-Oke and Senge, which are under Faforiji, are facing similar challenges. For years now, our people have been contributing money among themselves to grade these inner roads periodically just to make them passable. But we all know that grading alone is temporary and not sustainable. Once the rains begin, the roads return to their damaged state.
What we need now is long-term support. The government should not limit intervention to the major road alone. We want these inner roads to be fully rehabilitated and tarred so that people who live in remote areas can enjoy the same ease of movement as those in town centers.
I must, however, acknowledge and commend His Excellency, Governor Ademola Adeleke. We see the infrastructural projects and developmental efforts he is implementing across Osun State. We appreciate him for what he has done so far, and we appeal to him with respect and hope to also look toward Faforiji. Our people are hardworking, peaceful and supportive — we just need the government to give us the push that will unlock our full potential.
Communication and internet connectivity are now essential. What appeal do you have for telecom providers?
In today’s world, communication is the backbone of development. Businesses, schools, security agencies and even farmers depend heavily on strong internet access. In Amuye-Faforiji, we are urgently seeking the presence of telecom service providers like MTN and GLO. We are ready to allocate land for them immediately so they can erect their masts without delay.
We currently have Airtel, and we appreciate them, but the signal needs to be strengthened significantly. The current network quality is not enough to meet the needs of our growing population, especially with new investments coming in. Improved connectivity will help traders make digital transactions, help farmers access market information and help the community communicate better during emergencies.
We are inviting these telecom giants to come and partner with us. Amuye-Faforiji is ready for digital growth, and we want them to be part of our progress.
Finally, Kabiyesi, what is your message to all sons and daughters of Amuye-Faforiji ?
Amuye-Faforiji is moving forward, gradually but steadily. We can see the signs of growth, and we are hopeful about the future. But the truth remains that we cannot do it alone. Development requires collaboration — from indigenes, government, private investors, religious institutions, telecom providers, and every stakeholder who has a role to play.
We have laid the foundation. We have initiated the conversations. We have created a welcoming environment for investors. What we need now is support — moral, financial, infrastructural and institutional.
If all hands join together, Amuye-Faforiji will experience a transformation that will make our ancestors proud and secure a better future for our children. This is my message to everyone: let us unite, let us support one another, and let us build a community that will stand strong for generations to come.
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