A prominent youth leader in Ogbe-Obi Quarters, Okpanam in Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, Chief Chinwuokwu Victor Obi has taken an Alor title in Okpanam with the pledge to contribute meaningfully towards the preservation and sustenance of the cultural heritage of the community.
Chief Obi, now known as the Azunagbalumili I of Okpanam, gave the assurance in his Ogbeobi country home, Okpanam while speaking with journalists after his chieftaincy conferment.
He said that he decided to take the title because of his love for tradition, stressing that he would always abide by the rules and regulations guiding Alor title holders in the community.
Chief Obi, who stated that as a traditional title holder, he would be truthful and maintain reasonable level of impartiality in handling issues brought before him.
While appreciating Alor title holders in the community for finding him worthy to belong to the forum, Chief Obi noted that one stands to benefit more for being truthful at all times.
Earlier, Chief Chiwete Odianjor said that once an individual takes Nkalor title in Okpanam, he has joined the elders, adding that the Forum had embraced Ogbueshi Chinwuokwu Obi.
He described the Chief Chinwuokwu Obi as a man of impeccable character and very unassuming, noting that his conducts over the years have been quite commendable.
He said that Chief Obi was a peaceful and easy going man, whose passion for the uplifment of his people and the unity of the community as well as respect for the elders were part of the things that qualified him to be accepted into the fold of traditional ruler holders in Okpanam.
Chief Obianjor said that the main role of the Nkalors was to assist the elders, especially in the area of driving peace and unity in the community.
The wife of the celebrant, Mrs. Ngozi Obi expressed optimism that her husband would bring his wisdom to impact more on the forum of Mkpalors and the community at large and admonished him to give useful advice and remain truthful at any given time.
Mrs. Obi, however, prayed God to bless him with good health and longevity of life.
