A Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Kogi State, Prince Yahaya Audu Ohidi has sent a message of congratulation to the New Attah Igala Designate, Prince Mathew Alhaji Opaluwa, following his approval as the monarch of Igalaland by the Kogi State Executive Council.
In a statement issued to journalists, Prince Yahaya Audu extended his felicitations to the Igala Area Traditional Council, and the entire People of Igala Kingdom on the peaceful transition, described his emergence as “a new beginning for the Igala race”.
Prince Yahaya Audu, who hails from Ofu LGA, expressed optimism that the New Attah elect’s sterling records of performance from decades of experience in the Public Service would be brought to bear in his Royal Office for the benefit of his Kingdom and people.
The Business man cum politician urged the Attah Elect to champion the cause of a greater Igala Kingdom in all his decisions and actions, also reminded the royal father that as a critical leader in the traditional governance hierarchy in Kogi State, he also has a sacred duty to work for the unity, peace and progress of the entire Kogi State.
Prince Yahaya Audu prayed for God to grant the Attah Designate long life, health, wisdom, carriage, capacity, and the fortitude to sit long and fruitfully on the ancient throne of his forefathers.