A high-ranking delegation of Anglican clerics, led by His Lordship, Bishop Omeiza Ebenezer Saiki, Bishop of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Akoko-Edo Diocese, made a significant courtesy visit to the traditional ruler of Uneme Osu kingdom, Oba Fred Iyogun, IYOGU II, at his royal Palace on Saturday. The visit underscores the growing importance of fostering interfaith understanding and cooperation within the region.
While details of the closed-door discussions remain undisclosed, sources indicate that the meeting focused on matters of community development, peacebuilding initiatives, and collaborative efforts to address social challenges facing both the Anglican community and the wider Uneme Osu kingdom.
“This visit represents a crucial step in strengthening the bonds between the Anglican Church and the traditional leadership of Uneme Osu. Bishop Saiki’s presence and the subsequent dialogue with Oba Iyogun underscore a shared commitment to the well-being of the people and the progress of the kingdom,” a source close to the delegation stated.
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The visit highlights the Anglican Church’s continued engagement with traditional institutions, recognizing the vital role they play in shaping community values and promoting social harmony. Oba Fred Iyogun, a respected figure in the community, has consistently championed initiatives promoting unity and sustainable development within his kingdom.
The photograph accompanying this report shows Oba Fred Iyogun (Sixth from Right) and Bishop Saiki (fourth from left) surrounded by members of the Anglican delegation and prominent palace chiefs, visually signifying the significance of this interfaith engagement. The positive atmosphere captured in the image reflects a hopeful outlook for future collaboration between the Church and the traditional kingdom in their joint pursuit of a better future for the people of Uneme Osu.
