– By Zealinjor Ifesiokwu.
His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, OON, has reaffirmed his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, and all other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in Delta North ahead of the forthcoming general elections.
The Monarch made this declaration when he received the Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Agenda, Delta State Chapter, Chief Funkekeme Solomon,and team members who paid a courtesy visit to the monarch at his palace in Asaba.
Speaking during the visit, Asagba Azinge said he remained unapologetic about his public pronouncement in support of the APC and his position that the Asaba Community would support the party’s candidates in the forthcoming elections.
The revered monarch, a foremost constitutional lawyer commended Chief Funkekeme Solomon for his commitment to propagating the Renewed Hope Agenda and encouraging support for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He urged Chief Solomon not to relent in his efforts, expressing confidence that his dedication and commitment would be duly recognized and rewarded at the appropriate time.
Prof. Azinge SAN recalled his recent visit to President Tinubu, noting that virtually all the requests he presented to the President concerning the welfare, development and interests of the people of Asaba had received attention, except the request for a formal public apology from the Federal Government over the gruesome Asaba Massacre of 1967.
Nna Agu also commended Governor Sheriff Francis Oborevwori for what he described as his tireless efforts towards making Delta State more secure, peaceful and attractive to investors.
He expressed confidence in the Governor’s leadership and declared that the Asaba Community would support his re-election, describing the Governor’s return to office as a priority.
The Asagba further stated that the Asaba Community would support other APC candidates contesting for the Senate, House of Representatives and House of Assembly seats within Asaba and its areas of political interest.
Earlier, the Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Agenda, Delta State Chapter, Chief Funkekeme Solomon, expressed his profound respect for the Asagba and congratulated the monarch on his second coronation anniversary.
Chief Solomon explained that he was unavoidably absent from the anniversary celebration due to official engagements but considered it important to visit the palace with members of his team to formally congratulate the monarch.
He expressed appreciation to the monarch for publicly declaring his support for President Tinubu, Governor Oborevwori and other APC candidates within his jurisdiction, stressing that it took courage and conviction for a traditional ruler to make such a public declaration.
Chief Solomon also congratulated the people of Asaba for having a monarch of the Asagba’s pedigree, describing Prof. Azinge as a king with vision, courage and a strong commitment to the development of his kingdom.
He urged the people of Asaba to continue supporting the monarch, noting that Prof. Azinge has demonstrated through his various initiatives that he has great plans for the development, unity and advancement of Asaba Kingdom.
