Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Olorogun John Nani has congratulated the Ovie of Idjerhe Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Obukowho Monday Whiskey, JP, PhD, Udurhie I, on the occasion of his 60th birthday and fifth coronation anniversary, describing the milestone as a moment of pride for the entire Idjerhe nation.
Nani, a traditional title holder of in Urhobo nation described the reign of Idjerhe Monarch as a blessing to the kingdom and Urhobo nation people through his peaceful dialogue that is anchored on humility and stability.
The DESOPADEC Board Chairman in his congratulatory message held that the twin celebration represents sixty years of purposeful life and five years of steady, people-focused traditional leadership that has strengthened unity and peace across Idjerhe Kingdom.
According to him, “Since ascending the throne, Udurhie I has provided firm but compassionate leadership, anchored on wisdom, humility and deep respect for the customs and traditions of the people.
“The reign of Udurhie I has been marked by stability, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence, attributes he said have enhanced harmony among communities and reinforced confidence in traditional authority.”
He further commended the monarch for promoting dialogue, consensus-building and cooperation between traditional institutions and government authorities, stressing that such engagement has contributed to development and social cohesion within the kingdom.
Nani described the royal father as a unifying figure whose conduct on the throne has earned widespread admiration from his subjects and beyond Idjerhe Kingdom.
He prayed for God’s continued protection, sound health and long life for the monarch, wishing him many more years of impactful and peaceful reign on the throne of his forefathers.
