Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, has presented staff of office to Oviese Eba Ojenuwe II, the Odiologbo of Irri Kingdom, tasking the indigenes to be peaceful in the kingdom.

In his speech, Uduaghan, who was represented by his deputy, Prof. Amos Utuama, congratulated the royal father for the staff of office, saying that, "It marks a new beginning for the people of Irri community."

He pointed out that the Odiologbo as an authority and symbol of honour would be his own henceforth, while appealing to Irri indigenes to ensure orderliness and peaceful co-existence in Irri land.

An Irri indigene and businessman, Mr. Raphael Okelezo, expressed appreciation to the state governor for making the dream of Irri people a reality.

While thanking the governor for achieving his three-point agenda within a short period, he promised on behalf of Irri community to ensure that peace and tranquility reign in the kingdom.