By correspondent in Lokoja.
Members of the Okengwe Development Association, ODA, have joined numerous wellwishers of the new Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Dr. Ahmed Tijani Muhammed Anaje, to congratulate the Royal father on his merited appointment.
Members facilitated with the first class traditional ruler in their message, entitled “HRM, LETTER OF CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR APPOINTMENT AS THE NEW OHINOYI OF EBIRALAND,”
Their President, Boyi Raji Jp, signed the statement in Lokoja, and a cope made available to The Reporters on Saturday.
They said: “We are happy that, your appointment to the revered Ohinoyi’s stool of Ebira Kingdom is no doubt in recognition of your wealth of experience in the Military Operation and Peace Keeping Mission as well as on the throne of OHI of Okene/Okengwe and Okengwe-Ehi stools respectively.
“We have absolute confidence that your Royal Majesty will rededicate yourself to building on the endearing legacies of your immediate predecessor, Late Alh. (Dr) King Ado Ibrahim, CON of blessed memory, contributed immensely to the development of Ebiraland, and fostering unity, peace, and progress among the entire Ebira people at home and in the Diaspora.
“We pray and hope that God in His Infinite Mercies, will preserve your life, and grant you the wisdom, Knowledge, good health, and capability to pilot the affairs of Ebiraland to a greater height, during your reign.
“Please accept the assurance of our esteemed regards and co-operation.
“May your reign be long, peaceful, and progressive. Amen.”
Our correspondent recalls that the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, announced Dr.Ahmed Tijani Muhammed Anage as the new Ohinoyi of Ebiraland about two weeks ago in Lokoja.
Edited by Dada Ahmed.
