PAP Administrator Congratulates King Ateke Tom on 62nd Birth Anniversary

By Osaro Michael, Benin

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro, has sent warm felicitations to the traditional ruler of Okochiri Kingdom in Rivers State, His Royal Majesty, King Ateke Tom, on the occasion of his 62nd birthday.

Dr. Otuaro described King Ateke as a great leader who has shown unwavering commitment to peace and unity, not only in his community but across the Niger Delta region.

He noted that the Rivers monarch, who also holds the title ‘Sekuro of the Niger Delta’, has made immense contributions to peace, stability, security and development in the region.

According to him, King Ateke has continued to discharge his royal responsibilities with passion and dedication since ascending the throne, and his record of service to the people is clearly visible in Okochiri Kingdom.

Dr. Otuaro expressed deep respect for the traditional institution and acknowledged the vital role of royal fathers in community development.

He reiterated that traditional rulers are key stakeholders in the Niger Delta and that the PAP will continue to engage and collaborate with them to strengthen the programme’s peace-building efforts in the region.

As he celebrated King Ateke on the milestone, the PAP boss urged the good people of Okochiri Kingdom to continue supporting the monarch and his council of chiefs to sustain peace and progress in the community.

He prayed that God Almighty would grant King Ateke greater wisdom, renewed strength, good health and long life.

He said, “Today, I join family, friends, all people of goodwill, and the sons and daughters of the Niger Delta to heartily celebrate the King of Okochiri Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, King Ateke Tom, on his 62nd birthday.

“Attaining this milestone is evidence of God’s mercy and grace upon the life of King Ateke. He is a worthy traditional ruler and a great leader who remains strongly committed to the unity, peace, and progress of his community.

“We are proud of his immense contributions to the peace, stability, security and development of our region, contributions that cannot be overlooked by anyone.

“Since ascending the throne, King Ateke has continued to provide commendable service and has led his people on the path of peace and progress for Okochiri Kingdom. He has also been very supportive of efforts aimed at peacebuilding and the development of our region. It is my sincere prayer that God Almighty will grant him more wisdom, renewed strength, good health and long life.”