Oba of Benin visits Sanwo-Olu, says Tinubu presidency is God-ordained

…hails governor’s giant strides in Lagos

By Adeola Ogunrinde

The Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, on Sunday, said God ordained President Bola Tinubu to be President of Nigeria.

He called on all Nigerians to support the administration as well as live in peace.

The king noted that the victory of Tinubu at the poll showed God ordained him to rule the country, adding that there was need for all Nigerians to support him to achieve the greater Nigeria.

The Oba of Benin spoke during a courtesy visit to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina.

Speaking during the visit, Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, harped on the need for peaceful coexistence in the country so as to achieve sustainable development in all areas of the nation’s economy.

He said diversity is good for Nigeria and urged the people to iron out their differences and live as a family in peace, unity and harmony with one another.

“God has ordained that Tinubu would become President of Nigeria. We are all one. I am for peace and tranquility. We must live together as one. Nigeria is big. We must iron out our differences and learn to live together as one, big family,” he said.

Oba of Benin, who congratulated Sanwo-Olu on his reelection, commended the giant strides of the governor.

He charged him not to rest on his oars to achieve greater heights in his second term in office.

The monarch, who visited the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan after the visit, commended Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to the promotion of culture and tradition.

Speaking during the courtesy visit, Sanwo-Olu assured that the State would continue to be home to everyone irrespective of ethnic, religious or political affiliations.

Sanwo-Olu, who eulogised the Oba of Benin for distinguishing himself among the traditional rulers, said his protection of culture and promotion of traditional values have earned him maximum respect across the country.

While conveying the greetings of President Bola Tinubu to the Oba of Benin, Sanwo-Olu urged the traditional ruler to continue his support for the federal government.

He said: “On behalf of Mr. President, we want to thank you for your fatherly role; for your prayers and best wishes to the government and I am sure he will not disappoint you.

“He will do everything possible to ensure that he delivers the real dividends of democracy that will help our country to reduce the poverty in the land, give us a new set of hope and redefine social economic development.”