Only God ‘ll decide Nigeria’s next president – Oba Ewuare II

The Benin Monarch, Oba Ewuare II says only God will decide who will become Nigeria’s next president in 2023.

The revered monarch said this when the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Abubakar Atiku and members of his campaign team paid him a courtesy visit at his palace.

Oba Ewuare told the delegation that the Benin throne is still interceding to his forbears and God Almighty to select those he desires to lead Nigeria in the election.

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He wished Atiku well in his bid to fulfill his campaign promises made to rescue Nigeria, and fulfill his campaign promises if he is given the mandate.

“Your excellency, we have been following your statements and assurances, we pray to God almighty and our ancestors that you have good health, wisdom to bring it to fruition, should you be the chosen one to lead this Country.

“We have you in our prayers, no doubts, we will keep on praying to God Almighty to select who will lead this country. I do not see reasons why we should doubt any of you.

“We thank our ancestors for finally making this visit possible. Your Excellency, this is not your first time here. Here is a home away from home for you. I want to thank the vice presidential candidate for finding time to accompany you here,” Oba Ewuare said.

Earlier in his speech, Atiku described the Oba of Benin as one of the foremost fathers in Nigeria who has a lot to contribute to the smooth transition of the next democratic government.

“You preside over a very ancient and historical kingdom. There is no way we can come to Edo State without paying a courtesy call. Therefore, let me thank you on behalf of members in this delegation for granting us an audience and we also seek your prayers for peaceful transition in our country, unity, peace and prosperity,” he said.