DELTA: Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff
Oborevwori, on Thursday, officially presented the Staff of Office to the new
Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty (HRM), Professor Epiphany Azinge (SAN),
during a grand ceremony at Ogwa-Uku Ahaba.
Speaking at the event, Governor Oborevwori emphasized
his administration's commitment to making Delta State a preferred destination
for investors. He called on communities and traditional institutions to work
together to ensure peace and security across the state.
“One of the goals of this administration is to make
Delta State the preferred investors’ destination. To achieve this, all hands
must be on deck to ensure our communities and urban centres remain safe and
secure for both domestic and foreign investors,” he said.
The governor congratulated the Asagba on his ascension
to the throne and highlighted the significance of Asaba as a growing
cosmopolitan city.
He said, “Asaba has become the city of choice for many
who find it a safe place to raise their families. However, we must remain
vigilant against any security threats that could destabilize the kingdom or the
state capital,” he stated.
Oborevwori praised the new monarch as a dynamic leader
and consensus builder who possesses the qualities needed to steer Asaba toward
greater development and peaceful coexistence.
"I am confident that under his leadership, the
kingdom of Asaba will attain new heights in community development, harmony, and
enhanced relations with the government,” the governor added.
He also urged traditional rulers across the state to
collaborate with the Delta State Advisory and Peace Building Council to address
emerging security challenges. “Traditional rulers are custodians of our customs
and intermediaries between the government and the grassroots. Their role is
critical in fostering peace and implementing government initiatives,” he noted.
In his remarks, the Chairman of Oshimili South Local
Government, Dr. Kelvin Ezenyili, congratulated the Asagba on his selection and
urged him to continue being a father figure to all his subjects.
The ceremony marked a significant milestone for the
Asaba Kingdom, with stakeholders pledging their support for the new monarch’s
reign.
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