The Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodimma, on Saturday, presented certificates and staff of office to 66 new traditional rulers in the state.

In a speech at the event held at the Government House, Owerri, Uzodimma charged them to serve and treat their subjects in a manner that pleases God.

He urged them not to see their subjects as slaves but to demonstrate the importance of honesty, peace and justice in leadership.

He also warned them against ruling their communities from the diaspora, vowing to withdraw the staff of the office of anyone that defaulted.

The governor also urged them to see themselves as part of government and ambassadors at the community level.

“You are recognised to support local government chairmen and counsellors to ensure that law and order are maintained in our communities,” he said.

He emphasised their role in maintaining security in their domains, saying that any traditional ruler that joined in causing insecurity would be dethroned.

“If I see that you are not able to manage security in your community, we will change you.

“Raise vigilance groups and work with the youth to defend your communities,” he said.


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