BENIN CITY – The General Manager of Bendel Newspaper Corporation (BNC), publishers of The Nigerian Observer, Hon. Peter Okpeahior Odiboh, has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Alhaji W.O. Momodu II, JP, CON, the Ogirua of Irrua and Okaijesan of Esanland, on the occasion of his 55th Coronation Anniversary.

In a goodwill message issued on behalf of his family, management and staff of BNC, Odiboh described the monarch’s 55-year reign as remarkable, noting that it has been marked by wisdom, peace, exemplary leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the unity, progress and cultural heritage of Irrua Kingdom and Esanland.

He said the royal father’s enduring legacy has continued to inspire generations and strengthen the institution of traditional leadership in Edo State.

“Your Majesty’s remarkable reign over the past 55 years has been defined by wisdom, peace, exemplary leadership, and an unwavering commitment to the unity, progress and cultural heritage of Irrua Kingdom and Esanland,” he said.

Odiboh prayed that Almighty God would grant the monarch continued good health, divine wisdom, strength, and many more years of fruitful service to his people and humanity.

“As Your Majesty celebrates this significant milestone, I pray that Almighty God grants you continued good health, divine wisdom, strength, and many more years of fruitful service to your people and humanity,” the statement added.