President Muhammadu Buhari don pledge the full support of the Federal Government for the Royal Destiny Trust programme of the newly installed Oba of Benin, Ewuare II.
Buhari wey dey represented by Vice President Yemi Osibanjo, make the pledge for the coronation of the Oba for Benin on Thursday.
The president congratulate the new monarch and pray for the success of Oba Ewuare II
“On behalf of the president and government of the federal republic of Nigeria, I congratulate you on this momentous and historic occasion.
“We assure you of our full support, especially for the royal
destiny trust programme for youth employment and poverty
alleviation which your royal majesty has set out’’
“ It is the responsibility of this illustrious legacy that your
royal majesty bear from this day forward. “Consequently, this
ceremony is not merely a celebration of the pump and
pageantry of history.
“Your walk through your kingdom to this place of your
coronation speaks of the great obligation of privilege; the
obligation of protecting the cultural rights of the people and
promoting their wellbeing.
“We are gratified that your meritorious service as Nigeria
ambassador to various nations and your sterling works in the
oil and gas industry stand you in good stead to fulfill these
obligations.
“All of those who know you are convinced that you will
discharge these responsibilities with great wisdom and
integrity that your great ancestors have all displayed.’’
The president sef congratulate Gov. Adam Oshiomhole for being the first Edo man to hand over staff of office to a new Oba.
“Today, your name finds a notable place in the rich history of Edo monarchy’’, na so he yarn.
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