By Nneka Anoliefo
Anambra State traditional rulers have extolled Governor Willie Obiano for his giant development strides.
The traditional rulers made their feelings known during a meeting with the Governor at Professor Dora Akunyili Women’s Development Center in Awka.
The Chairman, Anambra State Traditional Rulers Council and the traditional ruler of Onitsha, Obi Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe, who spoke on behalf of other traditional rulers, noted the Governor’s achievements in the areas of Security, healthcare delivery especially the Anambra State Health Insurance Scheme, construction of Umueri Passengers and Cargo Airport, construction of Bridges at Nengo and Awka, as well as the construction of the International Conference Center to mention but a few.
After watching the documentary on the Governor’s success story during his eight years in office which will come to an end in the next six months, the traditional ruler described as amazing, what the governor is doing in all the sectors of the economy.
He assured the Governor their resolve to continue to partner as well as support his mission and vision
The traditional rulers also applauded the Governor’s prompt payment of workers salaries, pensions and gratuities.
In his presentation, the traditional ruler of Umueri, Igwe Ben Emeka, recounted the Welfare Challenges confronting the Royal Fathers and appealed to the governor to address those issues, even as he extolled the Governor for the construction of Council Chambers for the traditional rulers as well as the traditional ruler’s drivers house.
In a vote of thanks, the traditional rulers of isseke, Igwe Emma Nnabuife, expressed satisfaction with the success stories of the present administration and promised to give their unalloyed support to APGA as the number one Igbo party that has been tested and trusted.
On his part, the APGA candidate for November 6 Governorship election, Professor Charles Solution, appreciated the advice of the royal fathers, urging them to shun politics of bitterness, even as he promised to build on the foundation laid by Governor Willie Obiano administration.
Responding, Governor Obiano, who also appreciated the traditional rulers for giving his administration the desired support, assured the royal fathers of improved Welfare packages, reminding them of the need to support APGA during the Governorship election.
