The Olu of Warri Kingdom, Ogiame Atuwatse III has been honoured as 100 Most Reputable Africans, an award organised in Johannesburg, South Africa by Global Reputation Forum.
The award was presented to him by former Deputy former President of South Africa, Her Excellency, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka in Johannesburg.
The award coincides with the signing of the MoU between Olu of Warri and his counterpart, His Majesty King Misuzulu KaZwelithini which held at the KwaKhangelamankengane Royal Palace, KwsNongoma.
The Royal Father is largely seen as a man of class and character, ascending the throne, he took up a role steeped in centuries of tradition, becoming the 21st Olu of Warri.
He coronation few years ago, ceremonial rite, was a promise to bridge the rich tapestry of Itsekiri culture with the demands of a modernising world.
Educated in the best of schools, he honed a global perspective, equipping him with the acumen to navigate complex socio-economic landscapes.
Olu of Warri’s reign has been a masterclass in balancing reverence for tradition with proactive governance.
Recognising that cultural preservation and development are not mutually exclusive, he has championed initiatives that uplift the Warri Kingdom economically and socially.
All these put together may have played a role in his emergence as 100 Most Reputable Africans.
The MoU signed with His Majesty King Misuzulu KaZwelithini, Zulu Kingdom aims to enhance economic and social cultural exchange between the two kingdoms.
King KaZwelithini expressed confidence that the new developmental pact being established between the Majesties will be of mutual benefit among the two Kingdoms adding that a seed of fraternal relationship has been planted.