We’re At Fore-front Of Remuneration & Upkeep Of Royal Fathers – Gov Obiano

EMEKA OZUMBA

The Executive Governor of Anambra State, Chief Willie Obiano, said that his administration is at the fore-front in looking after the welfare and wellbeing of our traditional rulers.

The Governor made the assertion yesterday during an Interactive Session and Presentation of 151 airconditioned Innoson Ikenga model SUVs to traditional rulers in Anambra State at Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka.

Governor Obiano explained that the SUVs presentation to the royal fathers was delayed by the outbreak of Coronavirus and that it is for their use in coordinating affairs within their various domains.

Obiano said, “Over the years we have ensured that the remuneration and upkeep of royal fathers is well above all statutory requirements that enable them to perform their duties”.

“Those who are receiving this gift today are distinguished royal fathers, who are duly recognized and certified in line with the Anambra Chieftaincy Laws” he emphasized.

The Governor congratulated the beneficiaries and charged them to continue to keep the peace in their various domains and by extension throughout Anambra State.

Earlier, the National Chairman of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Ozonkpu, Sir Victor Oye, commended Governor Obiano for his commitment to the welfare of all segments of Anambra citizens. He noted that the Traditional Rulers are well recognized in the scheme of things and called on them to continue to work for peace in their domains as well as support the Government so as to deliver good dividends to ndi Anambra.

Sir Victor Oye said that Obiano has been exemplary in all sectors including security and the people’s welfare, stressing that “it is the hallmark of APGA, a party that leaves no one behind.” He therefore, called on both the Traditional institutions and ndi Anambra to continue to support the party and the Government.

In his vote of thanks on behalf of the Traditional Rulers, the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, Agbogidi, confirmed that the Governor takes good care of royal fathers and thanked him for fulfilling the promise of the car gift. He equally assured that the car will be of immense benefit to the members in the performance of their duties and that they will always support his government in its efforts to take the state to greater heights.