President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been bestowed with the prestigious chieftaincy title of ‘Dike Si Mba Anambra’ by traditional rulers representing all 179 communities in Anambra state.
The title was conferred by the chairman of the Anambra state traditional rulers council, Igwe Chidubem Iweka (Ogalagidi, Eze Iweka III), during a ceremony held at Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka, on Thursday.
President Tinubu was in the state for a one-day working visit to commission several ‘legacy’ projects completed by the administration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
Speaking during the conferment, Igwe Iweka said, “This is a title from all the royal fathers in the 179 communities of Anambra State. The title is called ‘Dike si mba Anambra’, meaning ‘warrior from the Diaspora,’ and it is in recognition of your good works across the country.
“We welcome you to Anambra, and we salute you for honouring our invitation. Your efforts in governance are positively impacting every nook and cranny of the country.
“With your efforts, we have seen critical infrastructure such as key roads that connect the Second Niger Bridge as well as other projects in our communities. May God continue to offer you more wisdom to steer the ship of governance.”
In response, President Tinubu expressed deep appreciation to the royal fathers for the honour bestowed on him.
He said, “Our diversity must lead to prosperity; we must work together to lead Nigeria. We must commit ourselves to the development of the country.
“I feel deeply honoured by the conferment of a chieftaincy title by the royal fathers of this state. Today is not only historic, but one which I will forever treasure for the rest of my life.” Nation