The Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Uche Okafor has described the Chairman of the State Traditional Ruler’s Council and traditional ruler of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe as one of the most revered traditional rulers in the country.

In his goodwill message to Igwe Achebe on his eightieth birthday, Right Honourable Okafor commended him for his commitment and genuine efforts in piloting the affairs of the traditional institution in the State.

The speaker maintained that Igwe Achebe has through his outstanding performance in handling traditional matters in the State and Onitsha Community equaled himself with other first class regional traditional rulers in the Country.

He called on other traditional rulers in the State to emulate Igwe Achebe’s humility, service to God and humanity as well as respect for constituted authority by shunning acts capable of tarnishing the image of the State and their various Communities.

Right Honourable Okafor prayed God to continue to guide Igwe Achebe and grant him more eventful years ahead.