₦airaland Forum

REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT : GOVERNOR WIKE CALLS ON SOUTH-SOUTH TRADITIONAL RULERS TO FORM A UNITED FRONT

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has called on Traditional Rulers from the South-South to work in unity to advance the development of the geo-political zone.

Speaking during a Courtesy Visit by Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II , on Tuesday, Governor Wike said South-South Traditional Rulers should not be second class rulers.

He said: "The Traditional Rulers from South-South should work together to advance the development of the region.

"The Oba of Benin and the Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom should not be second class to anyone. Our Traditional Rulers must not be relegated by anyone. We should not see ourselves as second class citizens."

Governor Wike urged leaders of the South-South to stop the situation where militants determine who becomes the Traditional Rulers.

"Militants should never dictate what happens in communities. I am talking about Traditional Leadership.

"These days, you see people of no consequence coming forward to determine who becomes a Traditional Ruler because they carry guns. We must perform our roles and functions ", he said.

Governor Wike called on South-South Traditional Rulers to work with the Governors of the zone to chart out areas that require developmental interventions.

He said: "When we interact, you point out areas where you require the governors to develop and we can synergise for the good of the zone.

"We will work together to move the Traditional Institution forward. We also need the support of the Traditional Institution for the development of the zone."

The Governor called on the Oba of Benin to find a way to resolve the political feud amongst two leaders of Edo State.

"I want to humbly call on you to wade into the political crisis in Edo State. Though you are not a politician, it is necessary for the feud to be resolved. Please find a way to address the issue", Governor Wike said.

He commended the Managing Director of Access Bank, Mr Herbert Wigwe for supporting the Benin Traditional Council.

Earlier, the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II said that his visit to Port Harcourt was in line with the tradition established by his late father.

He said: "Following the footstep of my father who came on a thank you tour after his coronation, particularly when we recall with nostalgia my father's public service in Ahoada many years ago. Port Harcourt and Rivers State is indeed a second home."

Oba of Benin said his visit is aimed at strengthening friendly and close relationships between the people.

"I am here to strengthen the friendly relationship and close affinity of our people. History has it that some of the tribes here trace their ancestry to Benin. This includes the Ikwerres , the people of Ahoada and Omoku ", he said.

He added that he was also in the State to meet with other Traditional Rulers to influence the process of development.

He said: "I will meet with the South-South Monarchs Forum who were present at the coronation so that we can share ideas with them on ways of strengthening the Traditional Institution in Nigeria and ensure the development and wellbeing of our people.

"We would like to use this opportunity of this visit to appreciate the cordial relationship between the good people of Edo State and the good people of Rivers State."

He extended a Special Invitation to the Government and people of Rivers State to participate in the celebration of the Igue Festival and receive the blessing of doing so.

He informed the Rivers State Governor that the Managing Director of Access Bank, Mr Herbert Wigwe has made quality investments at the Benin Palace.

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The boy with the cutlass

Mumu instead of the south south governors to forge a common front for regional development, he is urging traditional rulers who can only oversee their domain

Many Official Visits yet nothing is working in country. Maybe it's time to turn our official Visits to a protetes instead going their merely for Handshakes. Starting with the Glass house first

wike de share River State money for here oh

Abfinest007:
wike de share River State money for here oh

So it has now become a crime to be generous baa?

AmazingELixir:
So it has now become a crime to be generous baa?

generous from State funds he can be generous when d funds are from his pocket

South south unity is what our blodas dont want to hear wike

Wike calling for south south unity?
This its just like devil telling people to repent, when we all know he is the cause of their sin

If there is anybody who has divided South South that person is Wike.

He is fighting Ijaw Nation
He is fighting Amayanabo of Kalabari
He is fighting Seriake Dickson
He is fighting Amaechi
He is fighting Oshiomhole
He is fighting Dakuku Peterside

He only believe in the supremacy of his Ikwere people nd want them to dominate everywhere.

If anybody should call for South South unity its not Wike

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Udo ka nma

Abfinest007:
generous from State funds he can be generous when d funds are from his pocket

There are funds budgeted for events such as these...besides what is it to you anyways is it your money?

Am surprised that Wike is calling for South South unity after helping with the tacit support of Jonathan to trade of his party PDP in Bayelsa State. We say no to Wike, we know leaders we listen to not the likes of Nyesom Wike.