Okowa said this when he presented Staff of Office to the new monarch of Okore-Urhobo kingdom, HRM Emmanuel Ono Okumagba, Okumagba 11.
Okowa commended the people of Okere-Urhobo for the selection, installation and crowning of the monarch in line with the laws of Delta State Government.
He also warned that the state government will not tolerate illegal traditional stools in any part of the state.
“II have no doubts that the Orosuen stool has great significance for the people of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom and as such, you will do everything possible to promote the intercity of the stool by according His Royal Majesty the honour he truly deserves. I urge you, therefore, to give him the fullest support.”
Governor Okowa also urged the monarch to discharge his responsibilities, honestly and transparently and in a fair and just manner.
“You’re the father of all your subjects. As the custodian of the tradition of your people, it is important that you do not in words or action, give any cause for your subjects to doubt your ability to uphold the sanctity of the custom of your people. I sincerely implore you to imbibe the Democratic virtues of dialogue and consultation to achieve peace under your reign.”
