You're an inspiration to many, Omo-Agege tells Olu Of Warri
(Nigeria) The Deputy Senate President and Delta State All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has described the Olu of Warri Kingdom, His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, as an inspiration to many.
In a statement, Omo-Agege commended
the royal father for his role in promoting national unity and enriching the
cultural values of Nigeria.
He noted that as custodians of traditions,
values and customs, traditional leaders have what it takes to galvanize all
Nigerians towards peace, stability and progress of the country.
The Delta Central lawmaker therefore urged
traditional rulers to use their influential status to promote good governance
and strengthen the unity of the nation.
He said the revered monarch who has always
dignified the cultural values of the Itsekiri people with great passion.
"I humbly join our good people to
thank God Almighty for graciously keeping you in good health and sound mind to
celebrate your First Coronation Anniversary as the youngest Olu of Warri
Kingdom to lead the itsekiri Ethnic Nation in over 500 years.
"Our people deeply cherish Your
Majesty's distinct place of honour as the symbol of the pristine cultural
heritage and values of our Itsekiri people. Your special regard for the value
of positive human relationships and clear vision of a modern, well-governed and
organized society that is driven by the power of godly living, innovation and
constructive, mutually respectful and excellent engagements across boundaries
endear you to the people in unique ways," he said.
Omo-Agege was accompanied to the occasion
by his running mate, Rt. Hon. Friday Ossai Osanebi; Delta APC Chairman, Elder
Omeni Sobotie and other chieftains of the party.
The thanksgiving service which held at
Foursquare Gospel Church, located in the Olu's Palace in Warri South Local
Government Area, was graced by the Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa; former governor, Chief James
Ibori; Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Chief Sheriff Oborevwori;
lawmaker representing Delta South Senatorial District, Sen. James Manager
amongst others.
In his sermon, former President, Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, harped on the need for
all to thank God at all times.
Giving his sermon from the books of Psalms
100:4, Philippians 4:6, 2nd Corinthians 4:15, 2nd Thessalonians 3:7-12, the
Guest Speaker urged Nigerians to appreciate God no matter the difficult
situation they faced.
The cleric urged youths in the country to
imbibe the culture of hard work and dedication to service, even as he called on
governments at all levels to empower youths to secure the future of the
country.
He said: "Without thanksgiving, you
have no access to God. Thanksgiving opens the gate. It brings you into the
presence of God. If you are not grateful, you may become a ‘great fool’ ".
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