Rivers State Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas warns traditional rulers who cause trouble will lose government protection. The retired Vice-Admiral spoke at the combined quarterly meeting of traditional leaders Friday. He told chiefs they must help maintain peace rather than create problems across communities. State government officials attended the 121st and 122nd meeting sessions held together. Press officer Juliana Masi released details about the administrator's strong message to royal fathers.
Secretary Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika represented Ibas at the Port Harcourt gathering. Traditional rulers serve as guardians of local culture and community stability according to the administrator. Chiefs must protect government buildings and facilities from thieves and vandals within their territories. Leaders hold responsibility for keeping order and supporting development projects. The administrator stressed that royal fathers play crucial roles as peacekeepers.
Ibas compared traditional institutions to tree roots that keep communities healthy and strong. Royal fathers face complex challenges related to security, money problems and social issues. Chiefs must work together and speak with one voice for their people's benefit. Unity provides the greatest strength for solving difficult community problems. Rain never falls on just one roof alone according to African wisdom shared at the meeting.
Secretary Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika represented Ibas at the Port Harcourt gathering. Traditional rulers serve as guardians of local culture and community stability according to the administrator. Chiefs must protect government buildings and facilities from thieves and vandals within their territories. Leaders hold responsibility for keeping order and supporting development projects. The administrator stressed that royal fathers play crucial roles as peacekeepers.
Ibas compared traditional institutions to tree roots that keep communities healthy and strong. Royal fathers face complex challenges related to security, money problems and social issues. Chiefs must work together and speak with one voice for their people's benefit. Unity provides the greatest strength for solving difficult community problems. Rain never falls on just one roof alone according to African wisdom shared at the meeting.
