In sustaining peace and nation building in the society, the Inneh of Owa Kingdom, Chief Engr. Chukwuemeka Nkenchor Okwuokennye (JP) has promised to uphold peace advocacy in his community and support government in peace building.
Chief Nkenchor made this known while speaking with our reporter during his investiture as an eminent peace advocate by the International Association of World Peace Associates (IAWPA) in Asaba, Delta State.
He said the appointment given to him by the body to propagate peace, would spur him to do greater than he had done in previous times.
The Inneh of Owa kingdom and also the founder of Calvary Polytechnic said the confidence reposed on him by the United Nation affiliated organization would not be taken for granted, adding that he would continually encourage peace in his local environment.
He added that it would also prompt him to do more in the area of peace, nation building, supporting the government and also the less privileged, orphans and widows all over the world.
Expressing joy, the Eleme of Owa kingdom, Chief Lawrence Okompu said the appointment given to the Inneh was a well deserved one, adding that he was a noble and an illustrious son of Owa kingdom.
Chief Okompu said that he had no doubt that Chief Nkenchor’s giant stride contribution, was what led to his appointment.
On the same vein, the Adolor of Owa kingdom, Chief Sylvester Egbai, said he was optimistic that the worthy son of Owa, would do well in promoting peace.
On his part, Prince Emmanuel Efeziomor said it was a commendable one, which was as a result of his good records in the society that the organisers must have seen and given him this award by the international association of World peace advocate.
Inneh has been a very hard-working man and he has actually cut some respect for himself particularly in the areas of business and entrepreneurship endeavors and also in his activities in the palace he has been able to showcase his capabilities and I am not that surprised that he was able to get this award today.
Earlier the International Director of IAWPA, Archbishop Professor Chidi Ehiriodo urged beneficiaries not to use the title for fraudulent activities, but for the purpose of peace building in the society.
In his speech, the Chairman of the occasion, Amb. Mbat Akpan said that in bringing back peace, Nigeria needs to practise the rule of law, declare state of emergency on education and encourage good family upbringing and nation building.
