The speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Guwor, has congratulated the Amaokosu of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, Pere Monbene III, on his 11th coronation anniversary, describing his reign as peaceful and development-driven.
Guwor, who also chairs the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, said in a statement on Tuesday that the monarch has remained a symbol of unity and cultural pride for the Ogbe-Ijoh people, the Ijaw Nation and Delta State.
“Your Majesty, your reign in the last eleven years has fostered peaceful co-existence among ethnic nationalities in your Kingdom and beyond,” Guwor said in the statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke.
“You have led with rare humility, wisdom, patience and uncommon grace, deploying your exalted throne as a veritable platform for the promotion of culture, development and the dignity of your people,” he said.
The speaker said Ogbe-Ijoh, the headquarters of Warri South-West local government area, has witnessed stability and progress under the monarch’s leadership.
He said the traditional ruler’s counsel and advocacy for peace in the Niger Delta were well acknowledged.
“As Speaker and Member Representing Warri South-West Constituency, I am proud of your contributions to peace-building and your consistent support for good governance in Delta State. You are a Royal Father whose voice continues to promote unity, mutual respect and harmonious living among our people,” Guwor said.
Guwor prayed for long life, sound health and wisdom for the monarch, and wished the kingdom a colourful anniversary celebration.