Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said that his administration is committed to addressing the developmental needs of different communities in the state.
Governor Oborevwori gave the assurance on Tuesday while presenting Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Patrick Okpomor Agree 1, the Ovie of Igbide Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Governor Oborevwori who was represented by his Deputy Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, said that government will explore sustainable solutions, including palliative measures and infrastructure development to alleviate the impact of flooding and enhance the quality of life for citizens in the various flood-prone areas of the state.
The Governor observed that the recurrent flooding and erosion ravaging coastal communities have devastated farmlands, homes and livelihoods in Igbide Kingdom and other communities in the State.
He added that the annual loss of harvests and the submersion of properties by water is heart-rending.
Governor Oborevwori congratulated HRM Agre I, the Ovie of Igbide kingdom on his ascension to the throne of his forefathers and urged him to bring his wealth of knowledge and global exposure to the noble stool.
“Your Royal Majesty, your experience as an ex-banker and a consultant on global security, particularly in the challenging North-East of Nigeria, underscore your capacity to navigate complex issues with wisdom and foresight; I am confident that your vision to restore peace, unity and development in Igbide Kingdom, will inspire transformative progress,” the Governor said.
The Governor called on the Igbide Traditional Council, Chiefs, Ogbedios, Iletus, women, youths, and the entire community to rally round the new royal father.
According to him, “Leadership thrives on collective support and your cooperation is vital to achieving the shared aspirations of this kingdom.
“To those who contested for the throne, let us put aside differences and work together to build a greater Igbide Kingdom.”
Governor Oborevwori stated that his administration is committed to the execution of the M.O.R.E Agenda of his administration.
The Chairman, Isoko South Local Government Council, Hon. Warri Friday, noted that, Royal Fathers play important role in the promotion of peace and security in the communities.
Earlier, in an address read on behalf of Igbide Kingdom, Mr. Felix Akugha, thanked the governor for the implementation of social contact with Deltans tagged the M.O.R.E. Agenda which has continued to improve the quality of life of the people of Delta State.
Mr. Akugha commended the Governor for the successful completion of the Igbide/Olomoro road.
Highpoint of the colourful ceremony which was attended by personalities was the presentation of Staff of Office to the Ovie of Igbide.