President Bola Tinubu has sent his warm wishes to Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, the Obi of Onitsha, as the monarch celebrates his 85th birthday. The President honored the traditional ruler as a foundational pillar of national unity, praising his unwavering integrity and long-term dedication to the country’s development.
The official message, released on Sunday by presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, highlighted the monarch’s successful transition from a high-profile corporate executive to a respected traditional leader. Before his coronation, Igwe Achebe enjoyed a prolific career as a director at Shell Petroleum, managing operations across various nations including the United Kingdom, Ghana, and Angola.
Tinubu lauded the monarch for blending his extensive corporate expertise with traditional governance, specifically noting his ongoing efforts in peace promotion, youth empowerment, and socio-economic progress. The President emphasized that the Obi’s impact reaches far beyond Anambra State, serving as a vital connection between local communities and the federal government.
In celebration of this landmark age, the President joined the royal family and the people of Onitsha in offering prayers for the monarch’s continued health and wisdom. He expressed his desire for Igwe Achebe to maintain his role as a source of exemplary guidance for both his subjects and the entire Nigerian nation.
