By John Odhe, YENAGOA
Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Samuel Ogbuku, is now a traditional ruler.
He has been crowned the paramount ruler of his Ayakoro community in the Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
But he is still going to be serving the Niger Delta under the NDDC.
At his official coronation, he told the crowd of witness that his now office was beyond public office, describing the development a moment that transcended titles, positions and public office.
He noted that the honour represented the community’s appreciation for years of dedicated service and commitment to its growth and well-being.
Ogbuku assumed the revered traditional title of Daufa VI in accordance with the provisions of the Ayakoro community’s constitution.
His installation came six months after the demise of the late paramount ruler. Before his elevation, he served as Deputy Paramount Ruler of the community.
The transition process was conducted under the supervision of the Bayelsa State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, with Chief Micha Itekesi also emerging as the new deputy Ruler of Ayakoro community.
Ogbuku said the confidence reposed in him by the people of Ayakoro was a reminder that genuine service, sacrifice and dedication to the welfare of the people were always rewarded.
The NDDC boss pledged to lead the community with humility, dedication, and integrity, while seeking God’s guidance in discharging his new responsibilities.
He expressed optimism that his reign would usher in greater peace, unity, dignity and development for the community.”May God grant us wisdom, patience, courage and clarity. We pray that our reign will bring peace, unity, dignity and greater progress to Ayakoro Community,” he stated.
In a statement signed by the Director, Corporate Affairs, Seledi Thompson-Wakama, Ogbuku thanked the people of Ayakoro for the trust and confidence placed in him and assured them of his commitment to working with all stakeholders to build a stronger, more prosperous and united community for future generations.
