Governor Siminalayi Fubara has presented staff of office to Asari Dokubo and three other newly recognized traditional rulers in Rivers State.
Asari Dokubo, a former Niger Delta militant, was appointed as His Royal Majesty, the Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri in Degema Local Government Area in the state.
Others are, HRM Winston Odize Alamina Oputibeya XII, as the Amanyanabo of Koniju in the Okrika Local Government Area; HRM Eze Noble Friday Uwoh (CSP rtd) as the Eze Igbu-Ehuda (Ahoada) IV in the Ahoada-East Local Government Area; HRH Prince Ike Ehie as the Eze Igbu Orilukwoe also in the Ahoada- East Local Government Area of the state.
The ceremony took place at the Government House in Port Harcourt.
Governor Fubara called on the monarchs to work with the government to protect their communities and help bring about peace and progress.
He reminded them that their new roles were not for personal gain, but to serve the people.
The governor also said that while the government could withdraw recognition if necessary, he hoped the new leaders would act in the best interest of their people.
