The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures in Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has congratulated the Pere of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Pere Monbene III, Amaokosu of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom, on his 11th coronation anniversary.
Guwor, who represents Warri South-West Constituency in the State House of Assembly, described the monarch’s 11-year reign as impactful, peaceful and development-oriented, commending his contributions to unity, cultural preservation and the advancement of his people.
In a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, the Speaker noted that Pere Monbene III had remained a symbol of unity and cultural pride for the people of Ogbe-Ijoh, the Ijaw Nation and Delta State.
According to him, the monarch’s reign has promoted peaceful coexistence among the various ethnic nationalities within the kingdom and beyond, while his leadership has been marked by humility, wisdom and a commitment to the welfare of his people.
Guwor stated, “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.”
The Speaker further observed that Ogbe-Ijoh, the headquarters of Warri South-West Local Government Area, had witnessed stability and progress under the monarch’s leadership.
He acknowledged the traditional ruler’s fatherly counsel and advocacy for peace in the Niger Delta, describing his contributions to peace-building and support for good governance in Delta State as worthy of recognition.
“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,” Guwor said.
The Speaker prayed for God’s continued blessings upon the monarch, including long life, sound health, divine wisdom and enduring grace to lead the Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom towards greater prosperity and honour.
He also wished the people of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom a colourful and memorable celebration as they marked the monarch’s 11th year on the throne.