The Obi of Owa Kingdom, Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State, His Majesty, Obi Dr Emmanuel Efeizomor 11 has called on Nigerians to imbibe the culture of peace, unity and good neighbourliness in 2026.
The monarch, who gave the charge, yesterday, in a new year message to Nigerians, asserted that peace, unity and good neighbourliness, and enhanced would ensure rapid socio- economic and political development of Nigeria.
The royal father, who is the immediate past Chairman, Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, stated that those in authority should initiate policies and programmes that will cushion the current economic hardship facing Nigerians and make life more meaningful to the people.
He commended the development efforts of the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, saying that the governor had done exceptionally well in bringing dividends of democracy to Deltans, particularly infrastructural development, urban renewal, empowerment of the people, and prudent management of resources.
He particularly gave Governor Oborevwori a pat on the back for his cordial relationship with the traditional rulers in the state, saying that he has shown great respect for the traditional institution in the state.
He called for greater unity and synergy among royal fathers in the state, contending that it was the only way to earn the respect and support as the custodians of the customs and traditions of the people.
He urged political leaders to be more patriotic, lead by example and show more dedication in the task of building a more humane, egalitarian and workable nation even as he harped on the continued unity and peaceful coexistence among the diverse ethnic nationalities.
Dr Efeizomor 11 tasked Nigerians not to despair over the harsh economic situation in the country but look forward to a better and brighter future.
Reflecting on the outgoing year, the Owa Monarch urged Nigerians to continue to display greater resilience and doggedness in facing the challenges of Nation building.
He remarked that 2025 was particularly a difficult year for most Nigerians occasioned by multi dimensional socio- economic and security challenges, and specifically enjoined the Nation’s political leaders to rise up to the task of fixing the country, adding that only Nigerians could fix Nigeria .
He admonished Nigerian youths not to waver in their faith in the country, saying that they should look up to the future with the determination to succeed in what ever field of human endeavor they found themselves.
On insecurity the Monarch called on the Federal Government to corporate with the United States in the effort to decisively tackle the intractable cases of insurgency, banditry and other forms of criminal activities bedeviling the nation.
He commented the media for leaving up to their constitutional responsibilities of being the watch dog of the nation, urging them not to relent on their role as the fourth arm of government.
