HRH Ajofe Okai J. Idrisu, Onu Abocho, the Paramount Ruler of Biraidu District (Ayidu), attended the 2026 Traditional and Religious Leaders Summit on Health at the Presidential Villa yesterday as the official representative of HRM Agabaidu, Attah Igala.
The summit convened leading custodians of Nigeria’s cultural and spiritual institutions, including the Ooni of Ife, the Olu of Warri and the Emir of Zazzau, alongside other traditional and religious leaders from across the country. Organizers said the meeting aimed to strengthen collaboration between traditional authorities and government institutions on public-health initiatives.
Onu Abocho’s participation was hailed by members of the Igala Kingdom as an affirmation of the region’s commitment to engaging with national policy discussions on health and community welfare. His presence underscored the role traditional leaders can play in mobilizing local communities, promoting public-health messaging and supporting government interventions.
Speakers at the summit emphasized the importance of integrating traditional leadership structures into health planning and service delivery to improve outcomes, particularly at the grassroots level.
Observers noted that the event highlighted a growing trend of partnership between customary institutions and formal governance mechanisms as Nigeria seeks to address persistent health challenges across its regions.
