A Nigerian musician, Shasha Damilola Alesh, referred to as Cube Ailes, has advocated cultural preservation and unity among the many Yoruba youths of the South-West Nigeria.
Cube Ailes with roots within the Oyo royal household, in an announcement issued in Abuja on Wednesday, spoke not too long ago in Lagos when the newly topped Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Sefiu Olawale Oyebola Adeyeri III, visited Lagos.
Through the go to, the Aseyin additionally met with the Oniru of Iru, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbbolahan Lawal.
Cube Ailes emphasised the significance of such royal visits in fostering cultural trade amongst totally different Yoruba areas.
He highlighted how the interactions contributed to preserving the wealthy heritage of the Yoruba individuals, saying that the Yoruba royal custom was adapting to modern realities, with kings embracing fashionable instruments like social media to broaden their attain and voices whereas sustaining core values and customs.
Cube Ailes stated the mixing of Yoruba language, sounds, and cultural identifiers into his music was a testomony to his dedication to cultural preservation.
He famous that he leverages his musical platform to advertise the richness and positivity of Yoruba tradition and the monarchy.
Addressing the Yoruba youth, Cube Ailes underscored the importance of custom, and described it as a bridge connecting them to their ancestors and legacy, fostering a way of unity and belonging.
He said that embracing the custom will present stability and a deeper understanding of the essence and heritage of the Yoruba individuals.
“Oba Sefiu’s go to served not solely as a way of familiarisation with established Yoruba leaders but in addition as a reaffirmation of the unity and energy of the Yoruba kingdom.
“The historic ties between Lagos and Oyo have been bolstered throughout this important interplay, symbolizing peace and respect inside the Yoruba group and past,” the younger musician said.