Oba of Benin says Tinubu’s Presidency God ordained, commends Gov. Sanwo-Olu’s ‘giant strides in Lagos’

Ayodele Olalere

The Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, on Sunday, said God ordained Bola Tinubu to be President of Nigeria and called on all Nigerians to support the administration.

 

The monarch also commended Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his giant strides in Lagos.

Oba of Benin spoke on Saturday evening when he paid a visit to Governor Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina.

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According to him, Tinubu’s emergence as the President of Nigeria was a sign that God ordained him to rule the country, hence the need for all Nigerians to support him to achieve the greater Nigeria of our dreams.

 

He emphasised on the need for Nigerians to live together in peace, adding that diversity is good for Nigeria. He urged the people to solve their differences and live as a family in peace, unity and harmony with one another.

 

Oba of Benin, further commended the giant strides of the governor in Lagos and charged him not to rest on his oars to achieve greater heights in his second term in office.

 

The monarch also visited the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan, and commended Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to the promotion of culture and tradition.

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While thanking the monarch for the visit, Governor Sanwo-Olu assured that the State would continue to be home to everyone irrespective of ethnic, religious or political affiliations.

 

He eulogised the Oba of Benin for distinguishing himself among the traditional rulers, adding his protection of culture and promotion of traditional values have earned him maximum respect across the country.

 

Sanwo-Olu further urged the traditional ruler to continue his support for the Tinubu’s administration.