Uchenna Okafor, Director General of the Commercial Tricycles and Motorcycles Operators Association Task-force and Monitoring, (COMTOA) has extended his warm congratulations to Prof. Epiphany Azinge, OON, SAN, as the 14th Asagba of Asaba.
Prof. Azinge, a distinguished legal scholar and public servant, was officially announced as the new Asagba in early August 2024. His emergence marks a new chapter in the storied history of Asaba, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and community leadership.
In his congratulatory message, Okafor highlighted Prof. Azinge’s exceptional contributions to the community and his esteemed reputation as a leader. “Your emergence for the prestigious stool, 14th Asagba of Asaba, is a testament to your remarkable leadership and unwavering dedication to the advancement of our community,” Okafor stated.
The role of Asagba, a traditional title of significant cultural and civic importance, entails both the stewardship of local traditions and the promotion of community development. Prof. Azinge succeeds his predecessor in a position that holds great responsibility and promise for the future of Asaba.
The announcement of Prof. Azinge’s appointment has been met with widespread enthusiasm among residents and leaders alike, who express confidence in his ability to guide the community through a period of growth and transformation. As the new Asagba, Prof. Azinge is expected to uphold the values of the office while fostering progress and unity within Asaba.
The ceremony celebrating Prof. Azinge’s appointment was marked by a sense of optimism and anticipation for the new era his leadership is expected to usher in. Asaba looks forward to the positive impact of his tenure and the continued prosperity of the city under his guidance.
