Isoko South Chairman Congratulates Newly Installed Ovie of Oyede Kingdom on Staff of Office Presentation

The chairman of Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, Hon. (Comr.) Friday Ovoke Warri has congratulated the newly installed Ovie of Oyede Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Engr. Goodness Goodman Agbi, PhD, on his Staff of Office presentation.

The colourful ceremony, held at the Catholic Church Field in Oyede, marked the official recognition and installation of the monarch, ushering in a new traditional leadership era for the kingdom. Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, was represented at the event by the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, who performed the presentation of the Staff of Office on behalf of the governor.

Addressing the gathering, Governor Oborevwori described the occasion as a watershed in the history of Oyede Kingdom, noting that the installation symbolised a new chapter of hope, unity and progress for the people.

He said the event was not only a celebration of tradition and cultural heritage but also the beginning of a renewed journey for the kingdom under the leadership of its newly installed monarch.

“It gives me great pleasure to be part of this historic occasion in the life of Oyede Kingdom. This is a day of joy, celebration and new beginnings that will remain memorable for generations to come. Today, I have the honour of presenting the Staff of Office to His Royal Majesty, Sir Engr. Goodness Goodman Agbi, PhD, FNSE, FNICE, FNInstE, as the Ovie of Oyede Kingdom,” the governor stated.

In his goodwill message, Hon. Warri congratulated the monarch on his ascension to the throne, describing the event as a significant milestone not only for Oyede Kingdom but for the entire Isoko nation.

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The council chairman expressed appreciation to Governor Oborevwori and the Delta State Government for facilitating the formal recognition of the traditional institution, describing the development as a landmark achievement that would strengthen cultural identity, peace and grassroots development.

According to Warri, the emergence of the kingdom’s first Ovie represents the fulfilment of a historic aspiration and the beginning of a new era of purposeful traditional leadership.

“It is with profound gratitude to God Almighty that, on behalf of the Government and people of Isoko South Local Government Area, I heartily congratulate Your Royal Majesty on your well deserved ascension to the throne of your forebears and the presentation of the Staff of Office by His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori, Executive Governor of Delta State.

“Your emergence is not by chance but a fulfilment of destiny and divine purpose, in keeping with the cherished customs and traditions of the people of Oyede Kingdom. Today’s ceremony marks a turning point in the history of the kingdom, signifying the transition from the long-standing Odio-Ologbo system to the establishment of the revered Ovieship institution.

“As custodians of our rich cultural heritage, traditional rulers play an indispensable role in fostering peace, unity, security and harmonious coexistence within their domains. We are confident that Your Royal Majesty will provide the visionary leadership, wisdom and fatherly guidance needed to deepen development, strengthen communal harmony and advance the overall progress of Oyede Kingdom,” Warri said.

The historic event drew an impressive gathering of traditional rulers, senior government officials, political office holders, religious leaders, community stakeholders, and sons and daughters of Oyede Kingdom, all of whom witnessed the official installation and presentation of the Staff of Office to the kingdom’s first Ovie in what many described as the dawn of a new era for the ancient kingdom.

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