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The Asaba Ancient Kingdom of Delta State on Saturday, October 5 crowned former Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, Prof. Epiphany Azinge, SAN, as the 14th Asgba of Asaba Kingdom.

Before the coronation, Azinge’s had ascended to the throne following his emergence as Asagba of Asaba designate. The former DG was chosen at an enlarged meeting of Asagba-In-Council and members of the kingdom after a selection process by the five quarters of the kingdom held on August 18, 2024.

The colourful coronation ceremony, which was held at the Asagba palace, attracted the presence of many dignitaries from across Nigeria.

Prominent among those that graced the occasion include the former Governor of the Delta State, Chief James Ibori, former Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, and member representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Ngozi Okolie.

Azinge was crowned by the Onihe of Asaba (the traditional chief priest of the kingdom) Chief Ubaka Attoh. The crowning was performed after the traditional staff of office and the keys of the Ogwu-Uku were handed over to him.

Speaking after he had been crowned the 14th Asagba of Asaba, Azinge paid glowing tribute to the departed 13th Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Chike Edozien. He described him as a father figure to him.

The 14th Asgba, therefore, promised to make justice and fairness to all as the mantra of his leadership.

“On the 18th of August, in this hallowed palace, Asaba overwhelmingly voted me to step into the shoes of of my forebears as the 14th Asagba of Asaba. They saw in me, the qualities of a king fit enough to step into the shoes of my predecessor, the 13th Asagba of Asaba.

“Their vote, for me was a call to service. A clear expression of trust reposed in my capacity to push the frontiers of engagement in our land. Their vote was also an invitation that l should lead this land that we so much venerate to greatest heights,” he said.

“The expectations from me are very high and l want to promise that I will never betray your trust. l will never disappoint the people of Asaba.”

The newly crowned monarch also pledged to uphold and promote the culture and traditions of Asaba people. He also pledged to foster unity, promote inclusivity and sow seeds of love among his people.

The 14th Asagba pledged to strengthen all traditional authorities and institutions in his Kingdom.

“I will be accessible, open to advice, encourage constructive criticism and show zero tolerance for gossip,” he added.

Azinge also reiterated his determination to push for the establishment of a Federal University in Asaba. He, therefore, assured that he would work vigorously with the Delta State Government.

“I will continue to support government as we strive to make Asaba the State capital of our dreams. I will network with the Federal Government to attract more institutions to Asaba”, the monarch said.

Earlier while handing over the sacred ancient authority held by his family to the new traditional ruler, Louis Edozien noted that Asaba has chosen well.

He expressed optimism that Azinge would bring to the Asagbaship his wisdom, good character, reputation and relationships.

Edozien, therefore, wished the new monarch a successful, peaceful and happy reign.

 

source: Vanguard

 

 

 

 

 

 

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