Persistent interference from political office holders in traditional administration in the “guise of security or governor says” is undermining the sustenance of peace in most communities.
A traditional ruler, the Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, Uvwie local government council, Delta State, HRM, Emmanuel Ekemejewan Sideso Abe 1, lamented this, weekend, at the grand finale of activities to mark his 15th year coronation anniversary.
The monarch who led his chiefs and others to 10km walk for sustainable peace in his community stressed that “the political class must be aware that the traditional institution is to complement them in a mutual or bio-synthetic relationship.
“We both need each other. We are not in rivalry or competitive position. The peace and progress or Uvwie Kingdom depend on very cordial good relationship of traditional institution and the political class,” he said.
Abe, however, regretted the denigration of Uvwie communal value system and norms due to greed, selfishness and avarice. “We have lost our value system which include communication, respect for elders and constituted authorities, love for one another and hard work.”
He urged a return to the past and restoration of Uvwie past glory. “We must shun disobedience, lack of respect and remain humble always, the values for which Uvwie people were known,” he added.
