The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria, has rejoiced with His Royal Majesty, Pere Monbene III, the Amaokosu of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, on the occasion of his 11th Coronation Anniversary on the throne of his forefathers.
In a congratulatory message to the revered monarch, the Speaker described the 11-year reign of Pere Monbene III as impactful, peaceful and development-driven.
Rt. Hon. Guwor, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, noted that Monbene III has remained a symbol of unity and cultural pride for the Ogbe-Ijoh people, the entire Ijaw Nation and Delta State at large.
“Your Majesty, your reign in the last eleven years has fostered peaceful co-existence among ethnic nationalities in your Kingdom and beyond.
“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,” Guwor stated.
The Speaker noted that Ogbe-Ijoh, which is the headquarters of Warri South-West Local Government Council, has witnessed remarkable stability and progress under the monarch’s leadership, adding that his fatherly counsel and advocacy for peace in the Niger Delta are well acknowledged and appreciated.
“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,” he said.
Rt. Hon. Guwor prayed that the Almighty God will continue to grant His Majesty long life, sound health, divine wisdom and enduring grace to lead the Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom to greater heights of prosperity and honour.
He wished the Kingdom a colourful and memorable anniversary celebration.