The Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori has presented the staff of office to the monarch of Efurun-Otor Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of the state.
Represented by the Deputy Governor, Monday Onye me, the governor said that his administration is committed to supporting royal fathers in the state towards building peaceful and progressive communities.
Gov. Oborevwori noted that traditional institutions are vital partners in grassroots development which underscores his administration’s commitment to supporting royal fathers in building peaceful and progressive communities.
The governor congratulated King Eyareya II, on his ascension to the throne and described the Efrurun-Otor Kingdom as strategically located to enhance trade and connectivity, while its untapped oil and gas reserves hold investment promise.
“With its vibrant culture, Effurun-Otor also offers opportunities for tourism, festivals and traditional arts. These assets position the kingdom as a model for sustainable development in Delta State.
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“Your emergence affirms a divine call to leadership and a vision to restore the kingdom’s glory, as captured in the inspiring declaration: Effurun-Otor shall be great again.
“To the good people of Effurun-Otor Kingdom, I commend your peaceful disposition and pledge of loyalty to my administration; your support strengthens our resolve to deliver on the M.O.R.E Agenda,” Gov. Oborevwori said.
He admonished the people of the kingdom to rally behind King Eyareya II and work together to unlock the economic potentials of the kingdom through agriculture, trade, tourism and sustainable resource management.
Chairman of Ughelli South Local Government Area, Lucky Avweromre, urged the people of Effurun-Otor Kingdom to continue maintaining their peaceful disposition, which he said is a vital panacea for development.
Earlier, in an address read on behalf of Effurun-Otor Kingdom, Chief Jonathan Duku, commended the governor for the implementation of the M.O.R.E Agenda which has brought smiles to the faces of all Deltans.
Chief Duku expressed the kingdom’s appreciation to the state government for the construction and completion of the Effurun-Otor/Ovwor Bridge which links Effurun-Otor Kingdom to Olomu Kingdom.