Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has presented Staff of Office to twenty nine (29) new Traditional Rulers from across the State with a charge that they should refrain from any act that will be inimical to the growth and interest of their immediate communities, local government areas and the government of the State.

A statement signed by John Okiyi Kalu, the Commssioner for Information, Abia State noted that at the Michael Okpara Auditorium of Government House, Umuahia, venue of the presentation, the Governor stated that the Ezeship stool represents the fourth tier of government.

The Governor urged them to serve in their various communities as custodians of the culture and traditions of the people and take responsibility for the security and economic development of their immediate communities.