‎OTUEDON'GBENBE Greets Chief Emma Iyase On His Birthday

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‎OTUEDON'GBENBE Greets Chief Emma Iyase On His Birthday

By Editor 
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‎OTUEDON'GBENBE (Benin Journalists Forum) has congratulated the Chief Emmanuel Iyase, the Okao Noreguae of Ologbo, Okuoromi and Ehor Dukedoms in Benin, on the occasion of his birthday.
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‎In a congratulatory message signed by the Convener, Comrade Edosa Okunbo, and Secretary, Elder Patrick Ahanor, the group described Chief Iyase as a respected traditional leader whose contributions to peace, unity and community development had continued to earn him the goodwill of his people.
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‎The journalists said the occasion provided an opportunity to celebrate Chief Iyase's commitment to preserving the cultural heritage, customs and values of the communities under his leadership.
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‎OTUEDON'GBENBE noted that the traditional ruler's wisdom and experience had made him an important voice in efforts to foster harmonious relationships and peaceful coexistence among the people.
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‎The group stressed that traditional institutions remained vital to community development, particularly in promoting peace, resolving disputes and preserving the cultural identity of the people.
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‎According to the journalists, Chief Iyase's dedication to the wellbeing and development of Ehor, Ologbo and Okhuoromi communities was worthy of commendation.
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‎“We warmly felicitate with our revered OkaoN'regwue, Chief Emma Iyase, on the occasion of his birthday.
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‎“We celebrate not only another year of his life, but also his remarkable contributions to the peace, unity and progress of Ehor, Ologbo and Okhuoromi communities,” the group said.
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‎OTUEDON'GBENBE prayed that God would continue to grant Chief Iyase wisdom, strength, good health and divine protection as he provides leadership to his people.
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‎The group also wished him many more years of fruitful service to his communities and humanity, while calling on residents of Ehor, Ologbo and Okhuoromi to continue supporting the traditional institution and working collectively to sustain peace, unity and development in the area.

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