AGBEDI CONGRATULATES PERE OF KUMBOWEI CLAN ON THIRD ANNIVERSARY, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONS
The Minority Leader of the House of Representatives and Member representing Sagbama/Ekeremor Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. (Chief) Frederick Yeitiemone Agbedi, Ph.D., has congratulated His Royal Majesty, King Buloeyi Sufadoh, Embaremba V, Pere of Kumbowei Clan, on the occasion of his third anniversary on the throne.
Agbedi described the milestone as an opportunity to celebrate the monarch’s leadership, honour the enduring values of the traditional institution and reflect on the importance of royal fathers in promoting peace, unity, cultural preservation and community development.
He commended the Pere for his continued role in providing traditional leadership and fostering harmony among his people, expressing optimism that his reign would further strengthen unity and advance the collective interests of Kumbowei Clan.
The federal lawmaker also reaffirmed his commitment to supporting traditional institutions, describing them as indispensable partners in grassroots governance, conflict resolution and sustainable development. His commitment to the institution of traditional rulers is reflected in his support for the construction of traditional rulers’ complexes and residences to enhance their dignity and strengthen their capacity to serve their communities.
Agbedi further acknowledged the contributions of the Council of Chiefs and other stakeholders in upholding the customs, traditions and unity of the clan, urging them to sustain their cooperation with the monarch in the interest of peace and progress.
He wished His Royal Majesty continued wisdom, good health and a peaceful, prosperous and impactful reign, expressing confidence that the years ahead would bring greater unity, stability and development to Kumbowei Clan and Bayelsa State at large.
As the Pere marks three years on the throne, Agbedi reiterated that respect for traditional institutions remains fundamental to preserving cultural heritage, strengthening community leadership and building peaceful and progressive communities.
