President Buhari mourns Warri's longest-serving chief

 The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd. ), has expressed condolences to the Olu of Warri, all chiefs of the kingdom, family and friends of Chief S.S Rone.

The late Rone Ogienoyibo was the Obazuaye of Warri and the Warri Kingdom's longest serving chief.

In a condolence message delivered by his spokesperson, Mr. Femi Adesina, on Tuesday in Abuja, the president expressed gratitude for God's grace on the departed, who served four monarchs as a high-ranking chief.

Buhari praised the late chief for his contributions to the preservation of peace, amity, and development in Warri and its environs.

He praised the chief's life of service and urged his family and children to ensure that his good works are preserved and his memories evergreen.

According to the president, Rone who died on Monday aged 86, left behind a worthy reputation which would remain inspiring.

The president wished the departed eternal rest, and comfort for those mourning him.