The government and people of Anambra State have felicitated with the traditional ruler of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe, on his eighty-first birthday anniversary.

 

A statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor Mr Christian Aburime in Awka quotes governor Chukwuma Soludo as saying that the government and people of Anambra State are proud of Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe’s exemplary life and outstanding leadership as Chairman of both Anambra State Council of Traditional Rulers and South-East Council of Traditional Rulers.

 

The Governor noted that Igwe Achebe’s wise counsel and contributions have been of immense value to the growth and development of Anambra State in particular, South-East and Nigeria at large.

 

The Governor reiterated that as a first-class traditional ruler, worthy son of Anambra State and an elder statesman, Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe’s fatherly disposition to issues as it concerns peace and security in the state and the well-being of the people have continued to earn him the highest respect.

 

Governor Soludo wished Igwe Achebe many more years of good health, wisdom and selfless service to God and humanity.

 

The Governor also used the occasion to congratulate Igwe Nnaemeka Achebe on his twentieth anniversary as the traditional ruler of Onitsha.