Delta state Government has warned that all traditional institutions must be duly recognized and would not tolerate illegal stool.
Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, who was represented by his deputy, Deacon Kingsley Ouaro during the presentation of staff of office to HRM Emmanuel Okumagba 11, the Orosuen Of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, in Warri South LGA on Tuesday said the state government will not in any way meddle in the selection process of kingship in the state.
While congratulating HRM Emmanuel Okumagba 11, the Orosuen Of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom on his ascension to the throne commended the people for their peaceful disposition during the selection and enthronement process that has brought about government recognition.
The Deputy Governor urged HRM to discharge his responsibility with diligence, transparency, fairness and equity.
He advised him to see his elevation as a mandate to contribute his quota to the development of the Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, bringing his wealth of experience to bear in handling the responsibilities bestowed on him.
Deacon Otuaro called on the people to cooperate with HRM and accord him the honour he deserves. He noted that Okere-Urhobo kingdom is a commercial nerve centre and charged the people to key into government programmes and should create enabling environent for businesses to strive.
The Chairman of Warri South Local Government Council Dr. Michael Tidi described HRM Emmanuel Okumagba 11, the Orosuen Of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom as a detribalized Nigerian.
In his welcome address the Usiavwe of Okere-Urhobo kingdom Chief Emmanuel Omovie thanked the state government for finding their sons and daughters of Okere-Urhobo worthy for appointments.
He commended the State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa for transforming the kingdom and the state with good network of roads, while appealing for more.
