Obong of Eket Joins Other Traditional Rulers to Extol Osinbajo
- These are very interesting times in the political life of Nigeria's vice president, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, SAN
- Almost all traditional rulers have continued to heap praises on the vice president due to his achievements in office
- A monarch in Akwa Ibom has declared that Professor Osinbajo is the best vice president Nigeria has ever had
Eket - Traditional rulers in Nigeria have continued to praise Vice President Yemi Osinbajo for his sterling leadership qualities.
The vice president once again received encomiums on Friday, November 12 at the 85th birthday celebration of the Attah Ekid Afid and Paramount Ruler of Eket local government area in Akwa Ibom state.
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The royal father, His Majesty Obong E.C.D Abia, described Osinbajo as the best vice president Nigeria has ever had, stating that it is the wish of many Nigerians across party line that he succeeds President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023.
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His words:
“The representative of the vice president, Senator Baba Femi Ojudu. I'm happy that you are here. I hope you will go back and tell the vice president how much we love him, how much we cherish him.
“It is not an exaggeration to say that he's the best vice president we've ever had in this country. Many Nigerians in both the PDP and APC would want him to succeed his present boss. That is how much Nigerians have faith in him. They trust him.”
The Paramount Ruler of Eket is not the first monarch to recognize and extol Osinbajo's leadership prowess.
Delta Monarch Says VP Osinbajo is a Great Bridge-Builder
On Thursday, May 6, the Obi of Owa-Alero in Delta, His Royal Majesty Dr. Emmanuel Efeizomor heaped praises on Osinbajo, adding that he was impressed with the vice president's pursuit of good governance and efforts to ensure peaceful coexistence across the country.
Commending the VP’s disposition to governance while extolling his good leadership qualities, Dr. Efeizomor II said:
“You are indeed great. You are a scholar, professor emeritus, agent of peace. At any given time, you have had the opportunity to exercise power, you have brought peace. People talk about it and it is crystal clear that you are doing very well.”
Emir of Gombe to Osinbajo: We Know Why Buhari Trusts You
On his part, the Emir of Gombe, Alhaji Abubakar Shehu Abubakar III hailed Vice President Osinbajo for contributing significantly to the achievements of President Muhammadu Buhari.
The Emir noted that VP Osinbajo has, since 2015, spearheaded key economic reforms in the country.
He made the remarks on Tuesday, March 30 when the vice president paid him a visit at his palace, adding that the president trusts Osinbajo because of his competence.
Experts say these remarks and commendations coming from traditional rulers, who are viewed as custodians of Nigeria's social and cultural values, are positive affirmations of Vice President Osinbajo's capacity as a leader widely accepted by the people.
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