The Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Traditional Council of Chiefs, on behalf of the peace-loving and hospitable people of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom in Warri South and Warri South-West Local Government Areas of Delta State, warmly invites friends, well-wishers, neighboring kingdoms, and the general public to join in celebrating the 10th Coronation Anniversary of His Royal Majesty, King Couple Mackson Oromoni, Monbene III, Pere Ama-Okosu of Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom.
The historic celebration marks a decade of progressive and impactful leadership on the throne.
In a statement released in Warri on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, by Chief Boro Opudu, Chairman, and Chief Monday Keme, Secretary of the 10th Coronation Anniversary Planning Committee, it was announced that the week-long festivities will commence on Monday, September 22nd and run through Friday, September 26th, 2025, at the kingdom’s traditional headquarters in Ogbe-Ijoh Main Town, Delta State.
Chief Opudu disclosed that a rich lineup of activities has been planned to honor the Pere Ama-Okosu, including:
Conferment of chieftaincy titles on deserving illustrious sons and daughters of the Ijaw nation
Masquerade displays, novelty football match, award presentations, free medical services, quiz and essay competitions, wrestling contests, cultural and masquerade dances, and canoe paddling competitions
The anniversary will also be graced with electrifying performances showcasing the best of Ijaw traditional and highlife Owigiri music. Among the artists billed to perform are:
FC Story Teller, Chief Barrister S. Smooth, Chief Kingsley Takembo, Prince Abraham Donokoromo, Dr. Gesi-ere Nicholas, King Allen Alabor, Hero Beremi, Bayelsa Cultural Troupe, Dr. Alfred Izon-Ebi, and Harrysong.
The organizers assured that dignitaries, traditional leaders, and cultural enthusiasts will experience five days of colorful displays of tradition, unity, and festivity.
See the detailed Programme of Events below:
● MONDAY, 22nd SEPTEMBER 2025 (Day 1)
Conferment of Chieftaincy Titles
Tug of War
Performances by FC Story Teller
Activities in Tiniwei, Arotenghan Quarters & Villages, Perebiri Quarters & Villages
Music by Barrister Smooth
● TUESDAY, 23rd SEPTEMBER 2025 (Day 2)
Masquerade Displays
Activities in Ikiandumu Quarters & Villages, Oturubiri Quarters & Villages
Canoe Paddling Competition
Free Medical Services
Music by Kingsley Takembo
● WEDNESDAY, 24th SEPTEMBER 2025 (Day 3)
Novelty Football Match (Gbaramatu vs. Ogbe-Ijoh)
Award Presentations
Music by Isaba Abraham & Gesi-ere Nicholas
● THURSDAY, 25th SEPTEMBER 2025 (Day 4)
Activities in Lotiebiri Quarters & Villages, Ogumabiri Quarters & Villages
Quiz & Essay Competitions
Wrestling Contest
Music by King Allen Alabor & Hero Beremi
● FRIDAY, 26th SEPTEMBER 2025 (Day 5 – Grand Finale)
Performances by Bayelsa Cultural Troupe
Music by JKing Alfred Izon-Ebi & Harrysong
The Ogbe-Ijoh Warri Kingdom looks forward to welcoming guests to this grand cultural celebration, a decade of royal stewardship, unity, and the rich heritage of the Ijaw people.
