BY TOSAN ATIE/ WARRI
THE Sole Representative of the Warri monarch, Ogiame Atuwatse III, to the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr. Shola Mese, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the relocation of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA)’s operational headquarters from Lagos to the Warri Sea Port.
Mese, who described the decision as bold, visionary, and reassuring for the economic future of Warri, Delta State and the nation at large, made the remark at a press statement
The Olu of Warri‘s aide lauded President Bola Tinubu for demonstrating what he called “a refreshing sense of direction,” noting that the return of full-scale NPA operations to Warri reflects a long-awaited commitment to equity, fairness, justice and balanced national development.
According to him, the move promises meaningful growth and development for the Warri economy and will help reposition Nigeria’s maritime sector.
Mese extended profound appreciation to His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, saying, his quiet diplomacy, played a pivotal role in ensuring the realization of this historic directive by the federal government.
He eulogized the monarch’s unwavering dedication to championing developmental initiatives that uplift the Itsekiri nation.
The security consultant expressed confidence that the Itsekiri people will provide a peaceful, secure and welcoming environment for NPA management and staff as operations resume. He emphasized that the Itsekiri communities are eager to see the long-abandoned port restored to its rightful place as a gateway of commerce and industry. He urged business entrepreneurs, Itsekiri community stakeholders, Warri South Local Government Area, importers and investors to seize the laudable socio-economic opportunity.
