Governor Nyesom Wike was yesterday, conferred with the traditional title, “Se Taribo the 1st of Okochiri kingdom (A man who has love for his people),” at Okochiri in Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State.
This was during the 4th year coronation anniversary celebration of King Ateke Tom as the Amanyanabo of Okochiri.
The Monarch, in a statement by his Spokesperson said Wike was honored for his achievements as Governor and for the love he has for his people.
The Governor, on his part commended the Monarch and his people for the honor done to Rivers people through him.
He noted that when a person is saddled with the responsibility of presiding over the affairs of the people, once his administration is predicated on justice, fairness and equity, it will yield peace and happiness for those governed.
“It is one thing to be traditional ruler, it is another thing to live up to expectation of a traditional ruler. You have kept your kingdom as one, you have kept your kingdom in peace, you have kept your kingdom united, and that is what is expected of a traditional ruler,” he said.
“You’re not just a traditional ruler to confer chieftaincy title on us, you’re also a traditional ruler to help government to maintain peace in your domain. Because without the traditional rulers, it will be difficult for any government at whatever level to achieve anything,” Wike added.
He also said that Governance without peace and security is no governance, as governance is predicated on potection of life and property.
