Monarch Sues For Peace In Ekpeye

The Eze igbu Ubie of Ubie kingdom in Ahoada West Local Government Area, Eze Augustine Okpokiri, has sued for peace in Ekpeye Kingdom.
Okpokiri said this during the closing ceremony of Ubie Kingdom Wrestling Festival at Ubeta.
He said Ekpeye youths should channel their abundant energies to productive ventures.
“Let them go and learn trade,so that they can use it to develop themselves and their communities.
He said the presence of Ezes across Ekpeyeland at the festival showed that Ekpeyeland was peaceful and united.
Okpokiri said the festival signified peace, strength and unity in Ekpeye Kingdom.
Also speaking, the Regent of Ekpeye kingdom, King Felix Otuwarikpo, said Ekpeye Kingdom would continue to speak with one voice.
He said nobody could divide Ekpeye nation, stressing that Ekpeye is one and will remain one and called on the youths to remain peaceful and law abiding.
On his part the Eze Akoh, Cassidy Ikegbidi urged the people to put the interest of Ekpeye kingdom above personal interest.
Chairman of Ahoada West Local Government Area, Dr Hope Ikiriko, said his administration would evolve policies that enhance development in the area and urged youths to toe the path of peace in the area.

By: John Bibor