Delta State Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa has felicitated with the 1st Vice Chairman of the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, HRM Gen. Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), on the 10th anniversary of his ascension to the ancient throne as Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Charles Aniagwu, on Monday in Asaba, Okowa described the 10 years reign of the Orodje as “beneficial to the kingdom and humanity’’.
Governor Okowa particularly thanked the Okpe monarch for encouraging harmonious and peaceful coexistence among ethnic groups in Delta State and commended His Majesty for using his exalted position for the service of the people.
“On behalf of the government and people of Delta State, i congratulate His Royal Majesty, members of the traditional council and the people of Okpe kingdom on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the monarch's ascension to the ancient throne.
“In the last 10 years on the throne, His Royal Majesty, Orhue 1, has demonstrated exemplary leadership by living above board, while remaining as the rallying point and inspiration for his subjects.
“As a custodian of culture and tradition, the Orodje has played significant roles in the promotion of harmony among the Okpe people and the Urhobo nation.
“He has also helped socio-cultural cooperation, communal living and peaceful co-existence among the Urhobo and other ethnic groups in the state” the statement added.
The governor wishes the Orodje well as he celebrates and also congratulates the people of Okpe kingdom for giving the monarch all the needed support and cooperation in the past ten years.
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