Traditionalists are advocating for the inclusion of traditional religious knowledge as a subject in schools, urging the Federal Government to implement this initiative.
The Traditional Religion Worshippers’ Association has called upon both the Federal and State Governments to incorporate traditional religious knowledge (TRK) as a subject in schools.
Fayemi Fakayode, the Secretary of the Oyo State branch of the association, emphasized this plea in Ibadan on Wednesday, March 27.
He urged the government to integrate traditional religious knowledge into the primary and secondary school curricula, akin to Islamic Religious Knowledge and Christian Religious Knowledge.
Fakayode underscored the importance of imparting Yoruba culture and tradition to the younger generation through this initiative.
In a personally signed statement, Fakayode emphasized the necessity of proper education to rectify misconceptions about Yoruba history and traditions.
He noted that misinformation about African origins and culture has led to misguided perceptions of traditional religion.
During the installation of two Brazilians as Mayegun and Yeye Mayegun of Ìjọ Ìmọ́lẹ̀ Olódùmarè Àgbáyé in Alade Town, Akinyele Local Government Area, Fakayode stressed the urgency for TRK to be included in school curricula, with the support of both federal and state governments.
He highlighted the importance of equipping younger generations with culturally rooted knowledge and instilling a sense of patriotism.
Fakayode urged traditionalists to take steps to introduce TRK in schools, while urging government support for its inclusion in syllabi and curricula. He emphasized that TRK education would prevent children from being influenced by foreign perspectives that misrepresent their religion, culture, tradition, and history.
