DESOPADEC Chairman commends Uzzi’s children for honouring their late father ~ Truth Reporters

By Onoriode Etatsemi

 

The Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Chief Barr. Obukohwo Nani, has commended the children of the late Chief Gabriel Agoda Emeje, the former Uzzi of Idjerhe Kingdom, for remembering and honouring their father one year after his burial.

 

Chief Nani, fondly known as the *Awemutuwevwi* of Idjerhe Kingdom, gave the commendation at his country home in Jesse Town when he hosted the children of the late Uzzi, who paid him a courtesy visit.

 

He expressed particular joy at their gesture, noting that he was pleased they came to appreciate the Delta State Government for the role played by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori during their father's burial.

 

Chief Nani emphasized that not many people would remember to show such gratitude and urged the people of Idjerhe Kingdom to continue supporting the Oborevwori-led administration so that more developmental projects would reach the community.

 

Speaking on behalf of the family, Barr. Timothy Emeje praised the DESOPADEC Chairman for his immense support during and after their father's funeral.

 

He noted that Chief Nani played a pivotal role in ensuring that the ceremony was colourful and well attended, bringing many dignitaries to the community and providing generous financial support.

 

Barr. Emeje also appreciated the Delta State Government for rehabilitating roads in the area, which significantly improved access during the burial events.

 

He pledged the continued support and commitment of the entire Idjerhe people to the government of Delta State.