The State Government has presented a Certificate of Recognition to the newly elected traditional ruler of Awka Etiti community in Idemili South Council Area, Igwe Micheal Ezeudenma.
Governor Willie Obiano made the presentation at the Governor's Lodge, Amawbia during a brief ceremony that attracted the people and friends of the community.
Presenting the certificate, Governor Obiano who described leadership as an avenue to touch lives, said that what is mostly required is a genuine intention to lead the people aright and consistently carry them along in the leadership process.
Governor Obiano charged the new traditional ruler to avoid engaging in acts that can smear the image of the traditional institution but to strive at all times, to work closely with the government so as to ensure that the community is integrated in the development process.
He further assured that his government will avail him the necessary support he requires to succeed on the throne and urged Awka Etiti people to do same.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Town Union Matters, Mr Greg Obi who recalled how the community had been ravaged by crisis associated with electing traditional rulers, however pointed out that in their quest for peace, the people had decided to make the Igweship rotational, adding that the election of the new traditional ruler was done in line with the laid down processes.
In an admonition, the traditional ruler of Mbaukwu, Igwe Peter Anukwu while commending Governor Obiano for his transformation agenda and efforts at entrenching peace in communities, charged the newly elected traditional ruler to always uphold the tradition of Igbos and to respect constituted authorities, especially the present administration of governor Obiano.
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