The Southern Traditional Rulers Council, comprised of Royal Fathers in the 17 States of the Southern zone, have adopted the Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma as their Council Coordinator following what they considered as his pivotal roles in ensuring that Traditional Rulers are given a constitutional recognition in the running of the affairs of the country both traditionally and administrative wise.
The Council made its decision known when the technical committee members led by Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogwunwusi visited the Governor at Government House Owerri to inform him about the Council decision also to employ him to assist them seek an audience with Mr President.
Oba Adeyeye maintained that the Council, after careful evaluation, collectively agreed that Uzodinma is the most suitable to coordinate their affairs in the interest of the region in particular and of the nation as a whole.
He pointed out that the Governor has done much to advance their course as leaders of their immediate Communities in fostering security and unity in their respective domain.
“This courtesy call was not just to communicate the Governor about the appointment but to brief him on the forthcoming meeting.
We recognize the pivotal roles he plays in the current political dispensation as well as the listening ear he enjoys with Mr president, hence we hand this letter to him seeking for audience with Mr president” he said.
In his response, the Governor said he is humbled by the recognition from the Traditional Rulers and promised not to disappoint them whenever they call on him for any assistance.
Uzodinma maintained that Monarchs have crucial roles to play in society and urged them, as custodians of the traditional institutions, to brace up to the prevailing challenges facing the nation.
“I will not only reach out to my brother Governor Abiodun over your forthcoming meeting in Ogun State, but I assure you that your message for Mr. President will be delivered,” he said.
