Former President Goodluck Jonathan and Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, have charged traditional rulers in the state to provide purposeful and selfless leadership.
They also urged them to be custodians of the traditions and heritage of their various communities and kingdoms.
Jonathan and Fubara spoke at the coronation of King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja, Jeki VI, Amanyanabo (King) of Opobo Kingdom in Rivers State on Saturday.
Jonathan, in his goodwill message, congratulated the new king, assuring him of his support and guidance.
He recalled the history of the throne, especially its first occupant, the legendary King Jaja, noting his impact on the history of the Niger Delta region.
Jonathan stated, “We believe that your reign will bring peace to Opobo, will bring development to Opobo, will bring unity to Opobo, and you will fly this community, this kingdom, and it will bring the respect that it deserves.
“All our government
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