Wike upgrades Amayanabo of Abonnema to first class traditional ruler

December 19, 2016 Latest News

Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike,  has upgraded the traditional stool of the Amayanabo of Abonnema to a first class stool,  adding   that  the  current  occupant of the  stool, King Gbobo Disrael Bob-Manuel, has brought respect  and honour to the Abonnema Kingdom  through his conduct.

Speaking  in Abonnema ,on Sunday, after  commissioning  the newly  constructed  palace of the Amayanabo of Abonnema, Governor  Wike   said  that every local government area will get a first class traditional ruler.
He said the upgrading of traditional stools will not affect the culture and traditions  of the people.: “I am convinced  that the Amayanabo of Abonnema is one traditional  ruler that is highly respected.
“God’s  time is the  best. If I had done this earlier, they would have said that I did it for political reasons. But today, there is no election in this area. Therefore, this is a gesture of respect”.

He said that  the state government  does not appoint traditional rulers  but it has the prerogative  to recognise  traditional  rulers  and upgrade stools where necessary.

The governor  urged the new first class traditional  ruler  to use his throne to unite all the people of the area for greater development.

“The Abonnema people  have always supported me . I owe them a lot. One good turn deserves another”.
Earlier, the Amayanabo of Abonnema, had  lauded Governor Wike  for his developmental  projects  in the area.

He cited the completed Abonnema-Obonnema bridge, the ongoing construction  of the Abonnema Ring Road, the rehabilitation of the General Hospital in Abonnema and the Nyemoni Grammar School.