Akwa Ibom Supreme Monarch Leads Tribute to Late Amanyanabo Dandeson Douglas Jaja
His Eminence Ntenyin (Dr.) Solomon Daniel Etuk, President General of the Akwa Ibom State Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers, has mourned the passing of His Majesty King (Dr.) Dandeson Douglas Jaja, Jeki V of Opobo Kingdom. Delivering the keynote at the funeral service in Opobo Town, the Patriarch of Ibibios described the late king as an enigma, a bridge-builder and a champion of unity. He praised King Jaja’s dedication to cultural heritage, education, youth empowerment and healthcare. Etuk extended condolences to the Jaja family, the Opobo Kingdom, the Rivers State Traditional Rulers Council and the Rivers State Government. He also prayed for wisdom and strength for the new King-elect, Alabo Charles Mac-Pepple Jaja (Jeki VI), as he assumes the throne. Born on April 28, 1942, King Dandeson Douglas Jaja passed away at 83. His funeral service was held on Saturday at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Opobo Town, Rivers State.
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