The Rivers State Commissioner for Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Charles Amadi, has expressed his commendation for the Central Working Committee (CWC) on their meticulous and satisfactory preparations for the transition of the late King Prof. that Princewill, jp, CON, Amachree xi, Amanyanabo of Kalabari Kingdom.
During the inauguration of the Budget Screening and Monitoring Committee at the Hotel Presidential in Port-Harcourt on Monday, Hon. Amadi expressed his satisfaction with the presentations made by members of the sub-committees. He stated that he is confident that everyone is working diligently to ensure a peaceful transition for the late King.
Hon. Amadi, who represented Governor Sim Fubara, also promised government assistance whenever the need arises.
Prince Tonye Princewill, the chairman of the CWC and the only biological child of the late King, provided an overview of the progress made so far and the tasks yet to be completed during his speech. He expressed concern that despite the given moratorium, some committees have not made their presentations, and he emphasized that the CWC will no longer wait.
The co-chairman of the committee, Chief Dr. David Briggs, echoed the chairman’s sentiment and advised committee members to view their roles as a call to selfless service rather than an opportunity for personal gain.
The meeting commenced at 2 p.m. The chairman of the Media and Publicity sub-committee introduced the day’s agenda, and the secretary of the CWC, Prof. Victor Omuaru, led the opening prayer.
The key points of the meeting included the inauguration of the budget screening committee, the review of the draft programme of activities, and the monitoring committee.
In the early hours of the day, Prince Tonye, accompanied by Opunabo Inko-tariah, paid a visit to the Amanyanabo of Bakana, another direct descendant of the Amachree stool. During the visit, the Amanyanabo assured the duo of the Bakana people’s full participation in the burial of “our father and king.” He expressed gratitude to Prince Tonye for the visit.
Other notable attendees at the meeting were Arc. Eniye Braide, a former Member of the House of Representatives, and Hon. Levy Braide, a former local government chairman.
