Lord Azriel Makemutu
The Esteemed Azriel Makemutu | |
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Prime Minister of the Oan Isles | |
In office 1907–1926 | |
Leader | Rangitanga-o-te-Moana Mikaere III |
Preceded by | position established |
Succeeded by | Lord Finneas Hupirimu |
Head of the Royal Household | |
In office 1898–1907 | |
Preceded by | Lord Kawana Watekuahana |
Personal details | |
Born | Azriel Manaia Makemutu 13 April 1850 Kokorutaone, The Oan Isles |
Died | 16 August 1926 (aged 76) Makemutu House, Kokorutaone, The Oan Isles |
Political party | None |
Spouse | Lady Romilda Makemutu |
Residence | Tokapa, the Oan Isles |
Alma mater | Topinga-i-Tuapua College |
Lord Azriel Makemutu was a statesman and politician who served as the Head of the Royal Household of the Oan royal family from 1895 to 1907 and as the Prime Minister of the Oan Isles from 1907 to 1926. He served under Rangitake the Great and Mikaere III and was highly favoured and trusted by both men. He was instrumental in the democratic reforms of the Oan Isles. He was a member of the Oan aristocracy and his noble title was High Chief of Ikanunui.