Tinubu Charges Traditional Rulers To Play Critical Roles In Grassroots Development

President Bola Tinubu has called on traditional rulers to support his administration by playing critical roles that enhance grassroots development.

The president made the call on Tuesday at the State House during a meeting with the South-South Monarchs Forum, led by His Royal Majesty, Major-General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Chairman of the Delta State Council of Traditional Rulers, and Vice-Chairman of the South-South Monarchs Forum.

According to to a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu assured the traditional leaders of the South-South geopolitical zone that their challenges regarding development and environmental degradation will receive priority attention under his administration.

The President informed the Royal Fathers that his administration is assiduously pursuing its goals of preserving regional security and stability while bolstering Nigeria’s resilience to climate change, environmental restoration, and infrastructure development on a national and international level.

President Tinubu praised the monarchs for their understanding approach to the current economic changes under his administration, especially the elimination of the fuel subsidy. He also assured the people of Nigeria that these difficult but essential decisions will soon pay off.

”We are working to revive the economy from the damage of several years. We seek your support, prayers, and understanding, and I am glad that the Vice-Chairman of the Forum served in an organisation where we need intelligence to operate.

”You (the traditional institution) will be the source of the intelligence we need for the holistic development of our country, and anytime you need to tell us something, do not hesitate to reach out to this office. I will take on all of your concerns, and I will address each of them one by one.

”We cannot underestimate your contributions to the peace and stability of this country. Continue to uphold us in your prayers and in talking to our youths to keep faith with the country because light is already visible at the end of the tunnel,” the President said.

In his remarks, His Royal Majesty, Major-General Mujakperuo appealed to President Tinubu to follow up on all developmental efforts in the region to be sure that progress is tangible to the people.

“Mr. President, you know the problems of our region as an expert with experience in the energy industry. We see you working hard to solve our problems, and we are comforted that you have pledged to take on our concerns and bring a final solution to them,” the South-South Monarchs Forum Vice-Chairman said.