Edo State monarch, the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Michael Sado, has unveiled move to strengthen ties between the traditional institution and the communities,
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In a statement issued on Saturday to outline activities marking his first year on the throne, the monarch said visits to ruling areas would enable him to bond with the people and ensure trust is established between him and members of the community.
In a statement issued on Saturday to outline activities marking his first year on the throne, the monarch said visits to ruling areas would enable him to bond with the people and ensure trust is established between him and members of the community.
According to the statement, the programme will begin on Sunday with a series of cultural, religious, and community development activities.
The statement read, “Preparations have been concluded for the first coronation anniversary of the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Michael Sado, with a series of cultural, religious and community development activities scheduled to commemorate his first year on the throne.
“The celebration is expected to bring together sons and daughters of Okpella, alongside traditional rulers and other dignitaries, in what organisers describe as an opportunity to promote the kingdom’s cultural heritage and foster unity among its people.
“As part of the programme, as the monarch, I will embark on visits to the various ruling areas within the kingdom in a move aimed at strengthening ties between the traditional institution and the communities.
“Other activities include the inspection and commissioning of selected community projects, special prayers by Muslim and Christian faithful for peace and development in the kingdom, and the launch of initiatives designed to support economic and social development.
“Projects slated for inauguration include the MCC Road, the Police Area Command, Okpella Finance Limited and the Okpella Vigilante Office. The celebration will also feature the launch of the Okpella Royal Foundation and an empowerment programme for selected women.”
According to the statement, the anniversary will also provide a platform to showcase the cultural heritage of the Okpella people through traditional music, dances, and other indigenous displays, while serving as a homecoming for indigenes and friends of the kingdom.
The monarch expressed hope that the activities would further strengthen peace, unity, and community development across the kingdom.
