Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has congratulated the twenty-first (21st) traditional ruler of Onitsha and Chairman of SouthEast Traditional Rulers Council, Obi Alfred Nnaemeka Achebe who just clocked eighty-two (82) years of age today.
Obi Achebe has been chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University since 2015, and was earlier chancellor of Kogi State University. He also serves as the chairman of the board of Directors of Unilever Nigeria, and the Chairman of International Breweries (ABInBev) Nigeria. Before his emergence as the Obi of Onitsha, in 2002, he had a long and distinguished career in the Royal Dutch Shell Group serving as Director in various companies in the group.
In his congratulatory message, Governor Soludo described Agbogidi as a first class traditional ruler who has redefined the traditional institution in Nigeria, particularly Anambra State.
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Governor Soludo noted; “Agbogidi is a distinguished royalty and gentleman who has given meaning, honour and dignity to the traditional institution in the South Eastern part of the Country.
“Obi Achebe has diligently served Nigeria in many fronts, and capacities, making invaluable contributions for the good of the society.
“Through his pivotal role as the leader of the traditional institution in Anambra, he has contributed, in no small measure, to the peace and tranquility we enjoy in our communities.
“May I use this singular opportunity to extend my congratulations on behalf of the government and good people of Anambra State, on this auspicious occasion of his birthday celebration”
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