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Gov. Diri Bags Tarakiri Chieftaincy Title  *Promises To Preserve Traditional Institutions

Gov. Diri Bags Tarakiri Chieftaincy Title *Promises To Preserve Traditional Institutions

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Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, was on Friday conferred with the title "Ebe-Ebidou Owei" (one who desires progress of the clan) by the Pere of Tarakiri Kingdom, King Richardford Koroye. The conferment of the high chief title, which took place at the monarch's palace in Toru-Orua community in Sagbama Local Government Area of the state, was part of activities marking the king's 83rd birthday. The governor was quoted in a press release by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, as expressing appreciation to the monarch for finding him worthy to be conferred with such an exalted title in the kingdom. Governor Diri promised to preserve the traditional institution and the sacredness that it stands for. He assured the Tarakiri Clan and other kingdoms in the state of h...