PHOTOS: Soludo Presents Certificates To Six Newly Elected Anambra Monarchs
Chukwuma Soludo has presented certificates of recognition to six newly elected traditional rulers in Anambra State, reaffirming the role of traditional institutions in promoting peace, unity and development.
The presentation ceremony was held at the Light House in Awka on Friday, where the governor urged the monarchs to prioritise good governance, the welfare of their people and community harmony.
Soludo said the event underscored the state government’s commitment to strengthening traditional leadership for sustainable community development.
“The office of the traditional ruler is a creation of the town union constitutions in most communities. These constitutions define the responsibilities of the traditional rulers,” he said.
He advised the monarchs to abide by their respective community constitutions to avoid conflicts, particularly between traditional rulers and presidents-general.
“We urge them to be the light and father of all, while encouraging communities to claim ownership and maintain the traditional institution,” the governor added.
The Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, Tony-Collins Nwabunwanne, said the emergence of the monarchs followed due process in line with their community constitutions before being presented for official recognition.
He noted that the Public-Private-Community Partnership model was yielding results, with individuals contributing significantly to community development, adding that other states were adopting similar approaches.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Anambra State Traditional Rulers’ Council, Igwe Chidubem Iweka, described the new monarchs as “tested and trusted,” expressing confidence that their leadership would reduce rancour and foster unity in their communities.
Those presented with certificates included the traditional ruler of Azigbo in Nnewi South LGA, Igwe Justice Samuel Okoye; traditional ruler of Isulo in Orumba South LGA, Igwe Clement Onwuka; and traditional ruler of Amawbia in Awka South LGA, Igwe Uche Okonkwo.
Others were the traditional ruler of Adazi-Ani in Anaocha LGA, Igwe Benson Madubuko; traditional ruler of Ora-Eri in Aguata LGA, Igwe Ejike Ugoagbala; and traditional ruler of Ndiowu in Orumba North LGA, Igwe Ben Okekeifi.
