By Ovat Abeng
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo has tasked Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ooni of Ife on helping in nation building.
Governor Soludo was speaking when he received the Ooni on a courtesy call at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia, on Thursday.
The Governor described the Ooni as a bridge builder, going by his antecedents and wealth of experience garnered through his many travels around the country and the world, pointing out that traditional institutions are the building blocks to ensure the stability of the country.
He emphasized that a stable institution is the source of stability for the nation, making a call for more national leaders who see everyone as one people and the country as one entity.
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The Governor who canvassed support for the President to succeed, described the Ooni as a symbol with a national and global outlook, making a call for the likes of Ooni to emerge as bridge builder, for national healing.
The Ooni, while presenting a symbolic gift of artwork to Governor Soludo asked him to keep hunting for innovations.
He recalled the glory days of Governor Soludo at the Central Bank of Nigeria and his achievements and encouraged him to continue his selfless service to the Society.
It was gathered that some kings accompanied the Ooni on the visit.