Revered Monarch of the Asaba kingdom, The Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Azinge has urged the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to light up Asaba Kingdom with 2000 solar street lights.
He made this request while receiving in audience the Executive Director, Rural Electrification Agency and Rural Electrification Funds, Hon. Engr Doris Uboh in his Abuja Residence.
His Royal Majesty warmly welcomed Engr Doris Uboh for the visit and officially congratulated the Ika born politician and former House of Representative Member, Ika Federal Constituency for her appointment as the Executive Director, Rural Electrification Agency and Rural Electrification funds. He described Engr Doris Ubohs appointment as a round peg in a round hole.
“ I can attest to the fact that you have given a lot of hope to me and by extension the people of Asaba. You have reacted positively to my request for 2,000 solar street lights which you just reaffirm your commitment to help the community benefit through the instrumentality of your office”, Prof. Azinge said.
The Nna Agu explained that its economic and security benefits to Asaba will never be forgotten in a hurry.
The Monarch, who described the gesture as one that would bring transformation to Asaba kingdom, further appreciated the Ika born politician for always giving him a listening ear any time any need arises.
He gave assurances that he would continue to remain proud of her as a true daughter of the Anioma kingdom.
Earlier, Engr Uboh thanked HRM Asagba Azinge, Palace chiefs for the warm reception accorded her.
She described Asaba as a blessed Community to have a Monarch of such pedigree as their King, explaining that the kingdom will experience tremendous changes under his leadership.
Engr. Doris Uboh explained that under the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administration, with the support of the State Governors, Nigerians will benefit from improved electrification accessibility.
She assured the Monarch and Asaba Community of delivering to their requests in the shortest possible time.
The highlights of the visit was the presentation of gifts from Asaba Community to Engr Doris Uboh as a wonderful gesture of love and respect for the kingdom.
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