Oba of Benin, Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II has said the emergence of Bola Tinubu as President was ordained by God.
He made the assertion during a courtesy visit to Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina.
Emphasising the need for unity among Nigerians despite their differences, Oba Ewuare II expressed his commitment to peace and tranquility.
The monarch stated, “God has ordained that Tinubu would become President of Nigeria. We are all one. I am for peace and tranquility”.
“We must live together as one. Nigeria is big. We must iron out our differences and learn to live together as one, big family,” he added.
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Governor Sanwo-Olu later tweeted about the visit, expressing his honor and stating that the Oba’s visit “reaffirms our commitment to cultural harmony and collaboration”.
The monarch urged Governor Sanwo-Olu to perform more in his second term in office.