By Mimi Chiadikobi
Anambra State is blessed with talented people in diverse backgrounds, who also enjoys grace of longevity from the Almighty God.
Dr Somtochukwu Udeze,Speaker, Anambra State House of Assembly, said that nature has been so kind to Anambra people especially the traditional ruler of Nnewi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra, Igwe Kenneth Orizu(111).
Udeze made the disclosure in his Felicitation message to Igwe Kenneth Orizu on behalf of the State Legislature as he marks his 99th birthday on October 30 2024, through a press release to journalists on Wednesday by Mr Emma Madu,his Press Secretary.
He said that the revered Monarch who turns out to be the Longest-Serving Oldest Living Monarch in history, after the death of Queen Elizabeth (11) of England represents so many positives faces that has enriched both economy- political social and cultural base of the people around him.
Udeze described Orizu as the most revered traditional ruler across the globe whose memory, visual organ and physical state are still intact,which he describes as a rare privilege.
The Speaker extolled Igwe Orizu for doing Anambra State proud in many ways, and for his fatherly contributions towards the peace, growth and development of the State as well as the Igbo nation and Nigeria at large.
Udeze called on the federal government to immortalise Igwe Kenneth Orizu of Nnewi by naming an outstanding Public Institution after him as a mark of honour, as he remains the pride of the traditional institution in the country.
“Orizu has remained a bridge between the mordenity and tradition,a reformist and a unifier, a core believer of Nigeria,” he said.
He prayed God to continue to bless Igwe Orizu with long life and good health to enable him continue to discharge his monarchical duties.
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