Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has enjoined Deltans to preach peace wherever they find themselves.
The Governor, who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, FCA, made the remarks at the annual cultural festival of the Organisation for the Advancement of Anioma Culture which took place on Monday at the St. Patrick’s College in Asaba.
Governor Oborevwori noted that Deltans were not used to violence, adding that they are an accommodating and industrious people.
Oborevwori said, “It gives me great pleasure to be here this afternoon. More importantly, today, we are being entertained not just as part of activities to celebrate the risen Christ but to appreciate our rich cultural heritage.
“What we are enjoying is the rich cultural heritage bequeathed to us by our forefathers; that is why we are happy that the OFAAC is organising this annual event which symbolizes that in our time, we are also leaving such behind for our children and the future generation.
“As a state, my administration is committed to engaging in progressive activities, encouraging our people, Deltans, to bring out their best in whatever they are doing and above all, encouraging peaceful co-existence.
“Peace is very important, that is why it is one of the cardinal points of the M.O.R.E. Agenda of my administration and we shall continue to do all that we can for our people to live in peace, go about their businesses in a safe and conducive condition.
“This programme is possible because we are enjoying relative peace in our state and I enjoin our traditional rulers who are here in their large numbers to continue to encourage peaceful coexistence in their domains.
Earlier in his welcome address, the President of the Organization for the Advancement of Anioma Culture, OFAAC, Architect Kester Ifeadi said the journey to bring together the good people of Anioma Started in 2023.
The highlight of the Anioma cultural fiesta was the display of various Anioma cultural dances and presentation of prizes to the winners.
