A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Delta State and Foremost Itsekiri leader
, Chief Ayirimi Emami, has urged Nigerians to be Patient with Bola Tinubu led Administration as the President meant well for Nigerians .
Chief Emami was speaking during the commemoration of his sixth year as the Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom at his palatial residence in Egbokodo, Warri South local government area of Delta state.
Our Correspondent, reports that Chief Emami vowed never to deviate from upholding Itsekiri’s custom and tradition, expressing willingness to sacrifice anything for the socio-economic and cultural advancement of the Itsekiri people.
Chief Emami, disclosed that his interactions with President Bola Tinubu primarily focus on Itsekiri issues, particularly the tribe’s development.
The APC leader, underscored his selfless devotion to Itsekiri causes, choosing them over personal ambitions.
The foremost Itsekiri Patriot said he is not interested to be appointed as a minister or board member, stressing that his interest is for President Bola Tinubu to make Delta Sea Ports and Roads more functional .
Chief Emami who was flanked by prominent members of the Ologbotsere descendants who joined him during the occasion, also vowed to defending the Ologbotsere title, which he says is rightfully his.
The APC Chieftain, however, lamented attempts by some persons to tarnish his reputation, but vowed to remain steadfast amidst all threats.
Chief Emami affirmed his determination to always move forward in service to the Itsekiri people,pledging never to back out .
Elaborating on his role as the Ologbotsere of Warri, Emami claimed credit for popularizing the title among the new generation.
He also expressed his gratitude for the support and unity shown by the Ologbotsere family descendants during the anniversary celebration.
He added that the entire Ologbotsere family descendants, met and decided to come together to celebrate the six anniversary and for him to offer prayers to the ancestors as their usual way of thanking God for keeping them alive.
Emami, an ardent student of Itsekiri history, according to him, pledged to uphold the established protocols for chieftaincy installation in the Warri Kingdom, emphasizing his extensive knowledge and experience in Itsekiri affairs.
Also Speaking, a respected elder of the Ologbotsere Descendants, Hon. Pullen Toghanro, the Ologbotsere Descendants spokesperson, Mr. Alex Eyengho and others highlighted the importance of tradition for the survival of the Warri Kingdom and their resolve to protect Itsekiri culture and tradition.
They said the 6th anniversary of the installation of Chief Ayirimi Emami as the Ologbotsere of Warri, coincided with the General Assembly of the Ologbotsere Descendants Worldwide, held Thursday October 19, with resolutions not to deviate from upholding and defending the culture and tradition of Itsekiri.
The grand ceremony, which featured traditional Itsekiri dances and the Okumara Dance Group from Calabar, was attended by prominent Ologbotsere descendants and respected Itsekiri leaders .
