Olamaboro traditional council holds reception for Ejeh Simeon Ujah to celebrate his inauguration, presentation of staff of office »

A reception has been held by the Olamaboro Traditional Institution to celebrate the inauguration and presentation of staff of office to Ejeh Olamaboro, His Royal Highness, Sir Ujah Simeon by the Kogi State government.

The reception held earlier today at the ceremonial square in Okpo the headquarters of Olamaboro Local Government amid pomp and ceremony.

Speaking at the event, the Ejeh promised to use his office to attract unity, peace, security and development in his domain and thanked those who contributed to the success of his ascend to the throne and the reception.

He was filled with gratitude for the government of Alhaji Yahaya Bello and the President of the State Council of Chiefs, His Majesty Idakwo Ameh – Oboni II for their overwhelming support to his office and promised not to fail in his duty.

The Ejeh used the occasion to particularly praised the exemplary leadership and support of the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon Edward Onoja and other citizens of the area, assuring them of his resolve to bring about tranquility in Olamaboro and Igalaland as a whole.

In his address, the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon Edward Onoja expressed appreciation to the chairman of Kogi State traditional council, HRM Ameh-oboni and the government of the state for giving necessary support towards the success of the event.

He prayed God to bless them and reminded the Ejeh that is the father of the entire Olamaboro LGA, and asked for God’s wisdom to assist him in bringing together the entire citizens of the LGA into a united force.

Onoja highlighted some of the achievements of the present administration in the state, and mentioned the strides of Governor Bello administration in security, infrastructural development, human capital development and management among others.

He noted that at no time has Kogi East and indeed the state had it so good, reminding the people of the need for them to continue to stand by the present government of Alhaji Yahaya Bello for him to do more for the area and the state at large.

In his opening address, chairman of planning committee for the event, Hon Gabriel Olofu expressed optimism that Olamaboro Traditional Council would witness next level of greatness in the annals of traditional institutions under the Ejeh.

He applauded the present Kogi State Government for what he said was a plausible decision to install an individual he described as humane, intelligent, pragmatic and focused young man to head the area’s traditional council.

“It is indeed a rare privilege and glaring display of love, fairness and equity to Igala kingdom, that His Excellency, Governor Yahaya Adoza Eleojo Bello appointed an Igala man, and a worthy son of Olamaboro LG: Hon, Edward David Enekojo-bumo Onoja as his chief of staff. People use various nouun/adjectives (positively) to qualify his personality, I completely agree with them; but I strongly believe that Edward Onona (the Chief of Staff to Governor Bello) is the OMA-OGA of Igala kingdom, who champions the course of Kogi state, Igala kingdom and of course the people of Olamaboro.

“Olamaboro has never had it so good like this, the credit is to you and your twin Siamese brother “EDWARD”. Your administration built/reconstructed Olamaboro Central Mosque, construction of Ibana-Okpo-Ogugu-Ette road linking Enugu State, construction of dual carriage way to LG secretariat, reconstruction of Odoeito UEC Church, Donation of 6 thirty two seater buses to UEC Area conference Ogugu, drilling of bore holes, construction of plenty blocks of buildings for primary schools and secondary schools.

“Furthermore, the administration is responsible for construction of Ogugu gully erosion, Construction of seven kilometers road to Adum, up grading of Ogugu community secondary school to federal Govt technical and science school, appointment of Olamaboro sons and daughters to key positions in Kogi State, upgrading of traditional stools, free medical treatment through Dr Attah, CMD Specialist Hospital Lokoja, among other endless reasons why I said it is a rare privilege for the people of Olamaboro to be part of the present administration.”