His Royal Majesty, HRM, Agaba-Idu, Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John, has been coronated as the new Ochi’Idoma, paramount ruler of the Idoma nation, in Benue state.
Governor Samuel Ortom who performed the coronation at the Och’Idoma square in Otukpo, Otukpo Local Government Area, LGA, of the state, also presented him with a staff of office saying that under his watch, the traditional institution has made tremendous progress.
Speaking before presenting the staff of office to the paramount ruler, Ortom, who boasted that the welfare of traditional rulers have been given top priority said the traditional institute have also given him immense support.
He told the new paramount that his selection by the committee as the 5th Och’Idoma has undoubtedly brought joy to the people of Idoma nation.
“I have no doubt that your reign will be peaceful. It is my further convinction that the support you are enjoying from your subjects will be sustained and together you can make Idoma nation better than you have met it.
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“It is therefore a great joy to be here to perform the coronation of the Och’Idoma and also present a staff of office to him .
“It is my hope that before long we shall gather once again to commission a befitting palace for the Ochi’Idoma, which is about 90 percent completion.”
While Governor Ortom stated that Agaba Idu emerged through divine providence, charged him to rule wisely so as to attract development to his domain.
In his acceptance speech, the Agaba-Idu, HRM, Elaigwu Odogbo John, pledged that fairness, equity, justice and peace would be his watchword.
While dedicating the Idoma nation to God, the paramount ruler, also pronounced peace upon Idomaland.
Senator representing Benue South Senatorial District, Senator Abba Moro who pledged his support and that of the entire Idoma people urged the new Och’Idoma to ensure that Idoma kingdom gets on its feet again.
