‘Use your intellect to serve’ — Buhari advises Emiko ahead of coronation as Olu of Warri

President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated all Itsekiris on the planned coronation of Utieyinoritsetsola Emiko as the Olu of Warri, Delta state.

Emiko was announced as the Olu of Warri designate in April after the death of Ogiame Ikenwoli, the 20th Olu of Warri.

The Olu of Warri designate was born in April 1984 to Godwin Toritseju Emiko, the late Ogiame Atuwatse II, and Gladys Durorike Emiko.

Emiko, 37, will be installed as the 21st Olu on Saturday.

In a statement by Femi Adesina, the presidential spokesman, Buhari lauded the kingdom “for overcoming the issues that arose after the initial appointment of the Olu-designate”.

He urged that any outstanding matters should be amicably resolved in the interest of peace and tranquility.

He called on Emiko to use his intellect in the service of the people.

“As a Western-trained political scientist, and management expert, President Buhari counsels the new Olu to use his gift and intellect to serve his people, noting the peaceful disposition of Itsekiris to peace in the Niger Delta region, and the country in general,” the statement reads.

“The President prays that the new epoch will consolidate on the peace, progress and prosperity of all members of the Warri Kingdom.”

Emiko holds a bachelor of arts degree in international studies and political science as well as a master’s degree in management.