Agbere Community Rallies Behind Chief (Pst) Reid Aladei for Amananaowei Throne

In a continued push for broad community engagement, Mr. Padeware Aladeh on Friday, April 4, 2025, held a strategic and fruitful meeting with youth groups, women, and men of Agbere community in Tarakiri Kingdom, Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The discussion focused on the importance of unity and collective support for Chief (Pastor) Reid Aladei as the preferred candidate for the upcoming selection of the Amananaowei (traditional ruler) of Agbere.The grassroots gathering, which started at Bina’s Bar and concluded at Terry’s Bar, brought together a diverse section of the community. Mr. Aladeh emphasized the need for continued support and consolidation of efforts as the official date for the throne selection, scheduled for April 26, 2025, approaches.Speaking at the event, Aladeh called on all indigenes and residents of Agbere, particularly the youth and women, to stand behind Chief (Pst) Reid Aladei. He highlighted the candidate’s longstanding service to the community, moral uprightness, and leadership capacity as key reasons for his endorsement.He also stressed that the Amananaowei stool is not only a symbol of tradition but also a crucial institution for fostering development, unity, and peace in the community. According to him, selecting a leader with integrity and a vision for progress is essential at this time, and Chief Aladei fits that profile.Participants at the gathering expressed strong support for the call, with many describing Chief Aladei as a unifying figure with deep roots in Agbere and a record of commitment to community welfare. Some attendees also praised his involvement in youth mentorship, religious guidance, and social development efforts within the community.The informal yet strategic meeting is one of several grassroots efforts being made to galvanize community support ahead of the traditional selection ceremony. Observers say such engagements are critical in reinforcing unity and avoiding disputes in traditional succession processes.As the April 26 date nears, the Agbere community is expected to intensify consultations and prepare for the peaceful and legitimate emergence of a new Amananaowei. The traditional stool holds significant cultural and administrative responsibilities within the Tarakiri Kingdom, making the selection process an important milestone for the people of Agbere.With increasing mobilization efforts and growing support, Chief (Pst) Reid Aladei is viewed by many as a frontrunner for the position, though other candidates are yet to formally declare their intentions. Community elders and traditional council members are expected to oversee the selection process to ensure transparency and adherence to customary practices.