By Ambrose Ologide
The ancient Urhobo Kingdom of Agbarha Warri in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State has been thrown into mourning, following the announcement of the transition of HRM London Aforkerhi Itu JP Ememoh 11, the Ovie of Agbarha Warri Kingdom.
The most senior chief in the kingdom, High chief Willie Atebefia Digbori who announced the transition stated that a three month period of mourning throughout the seven towns of Agbarha Warri Kingdom and satellite villages have been declared.
” Within the period, there is an opportunity for condolence visits here in the Regency Council Hall, Igbudu.” High Chief Willie Atebefia Digbori added .
He had earlier stated that Agbarha Warri was an autonomous kingdom “as shown in the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council and Chiefs Edict of 1998”.
“His Royal Majesty London Aforkerhi Itu JP Ememoh 11, the Ovie of Agbarha Warri Kingdom was our first gazzeted monarch.
” Prior to and from time immemorial, Agbarha Warri Clan was ruled by the eldest man,” Digbori added.
He further disclosed that the traditional ruler was enthroned on April 9, 1998 and given the staff of office on April 13, 1999, making it 25 years on the throne.
