From Our Correspondent
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has officially presented the staff of office to His Royal Majesty, Asari Dokubo, and three other newly recognized traditional rulers.
The ceremony, held at the Government House in Port Harcourt, marks a significant recognition of the rulers' leadership roles within their respective communities.
Asari Dokubo, a former Niger Delta militant, has been crowned as the Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri in Degema Local Government Area.
Other traditional rulers honored include:
HRM Winston Odize Alamina Oputibeya XII as the Amanyanabo of Koniju in Okrika Local Government Area.
HRM Eze Noble Friday Uwoh (CSP rtd) as the Eze Igbu-Ehuda (Ahoada) IV in Ahoada-East Local Government Area.
HRH Prince Ike Ehie as the Eze Igbu Orilukwoe in Ahoada-East Local Government Area.
Governor Fubara urged the new monarchs to work closely with the government to safeguard their communities and foster peace and progress.
He emphasized that their roles were meant for service, not personal enrichment, and reminded them that recognition could be withdrawn if necessary.
The governor expressed confidence that the new leaders would act in the best interest of their people and contribute positively to the development of Rivers State.
