The Olu of Warri Kingdom, Ogiame Atuwatse III, and His Imperial Majesty, Dr. Gregory Nnamdi Oputa, Obi Oputa III of Aboh kingdom in Ndokwa East of Delta State, have resolved to ensure transformation of the lives of the people in their kingdoms.
The Olu who received the Obi Oputa III and his council of Chiefs at his palace in Warri recently said the people’s welfare and well-being remain the major focus of any leader, because they are entitled to enjoy good governance.While speaking on both Kingdoms’ memorable, cordial and historical ties and cooperation,he called for both Kingdoms to keep it going for posterity’s sake.
In his response, Obi Oputa III, of Aboh kingdom, Dr. Gregory Nnamdi Oputa, described the role played by traditional rulers as strategic in shapening the society by embarking on critical developments and also influencing development to their kingdoms.
He stated that as custodians of the people’s cultural heritage, they will not relent in leading their people in the right direction.
The monarch also explained that his visit along with his Council of Chiefs to the Olu of Warri was to discuss ways to bring more development to their people. He commended the efforts by the Olu of Warri for the peace and development of his kingdom, and applauded the reception given to him and his entourage.
However, Obi Oputa III recalled the challenges he encountered before his ascension to the throne, but thanked God for his intervention. He promised not to disappoint the God who helped him and the people of the Kingdom who stood by him with trust and confidence in him to ascend the throne.
He also added that he would do everything within his ability with the divine help of God to ensure the people enjoy the best of reign, and for them to embrace and accept God in their lives and activities, because God is the King of kings and Lord of lords.
