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  • Omawumi performs national anthem at Olu of Warri’s coronation

    Omawumi performs national anthem at Olu of Warri’s coronation

    Nigerian songstress, Omawumi Megbele, performed the national anthem at the coronation of the 21st Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III.

    The singer with the melodious voice, who is a daughter of Itsekiri Kingdom in Delta State, gave the special rendition on Saturday.

    The coronation ceremony is currently taking place at the Ode-Itsekiri (Big Warri), the ancestral home of the Itsekiris, in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State.

    At the ceremonial event monitored by our TheNewsGuru, the ‘In the music’ crooner was praised by her people as the Pride of Iwerre.

    The coronation of the 21st Olu of Warri was attended by distinguished guests who visited the Warri Kingdom for the grand occasion.

    TheNewsGuru recalls that about 1,000 police personnel had been deployed to ensure watertight security before, during, and after the coronation.

    The State Commissioner of Police, CP Ari Muhammed Ali, announced on Wednesday that the measure was part of the Command’s usual proactive ways to ensure hitch-free security at such ceremonies.

     

  • Photos: Delta hosts Osinbajo, Omo-Agege, Keyamo, other big wigs for Olu of Warri’s coronation

    Photos: Delta hosts Osinbajo, Omo-Agege, Keyamo, other big wigs for Olu of Warri’s coronation

    Ode-Itsekiri in Warri South LGA of Delta State is currently playing host to who is who in Nigeria’s sociopolitical landscape for the coronation ceremony of Prince Tsola Emiko as the 21th Olu of Warri.

    Among top dignitaries currently seated at the venue of the ceremony include the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Chief Festus Keyamo, who is representing the Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Governor Abubakar Bagudu of Kebbi State.

    Also present are top traditional rulers across the country led by the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ọjájá II, former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, NFF President, Mr Amaju Pinnick and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Idris Wase.

    Omoba Tsola Emiko has alsready completed all coronation rites waiting for his official coronation as 21th Olu of Warri.

  • Coronation: Olu of Warri-designate, Omoba Emiko leads Itsekiris in peace walk [Photo]

    Coronation: Olu of Warri-designate, Omoba Emiko leads Itsekiris in peace walk [Photo]

    The Olu-designate of Warri kingdom, Prince Tsola Emiko, led over a thousand Itsekiris in a peace-walk on Friday morning.

    Flanked by some palace chiefs, he led the people across major routes in the oil city of Warri, Delta State.

    Most of the natives were decked in customised tee shirts bearing the photo of the Omoba.
    Some routes covered during the peaceful march were Ajamimogha Road, Okere Road, Esisi Road.

    The walk ended at the Idaniken where he addressed the crowd, giving words of “encouragement and prayers”.

    Residents are gathering at the Warri Boatyard, venue for a ‘praise and prayer’ session, which is part of activities lined up for the coronation ceremony.

    The crowned-prince would be coronated as 21st Olu of Warri kingdom in Ode-Itsekiri on Saturday.

  • Delta CP deploys 1000 police for coronation of Olu of Warri

    Delta CP deploys 1000 police for coronation of Olu of Warri

    The Police Command in Delta has deployed 1000 personnel to ensure maximum security in the state ahead of the Aug.21 coronation of the new Olu of Warri, Omoba Emiko.

    The deployment of the officers was contained in a statement issued in Warri on Wednesday by the acting Police Public Relations Officer of the command, DSP Bright Edafe.

    The statement said the Commissioner of Police in Delta, CP Ari Ali, had directed the personnel to ensure water-tight security before, during and after the ceremony.

    “Two bomb squads have been deployed to report 48 hours before the coronation day to sweep the venue and ensure it is completely rendered safe.

    “Two units of mobile police personnel and conventional police officers which included traffic personnel have also been deployed to beef up security.

    “Therefore, mischief makers should steer clear as the command is more than ready to deal decisively with anybody who may try to cause any form of mischief during the coronation.

    “All that is needed to be done to achieve a hitch-free ceremony has been put in place,” the statement said.

    It said the commissioner had directed the Area Commander, Warri, Divisional Police Officers, and Tactical Operations Officers of the command to ensure thorough supervision of the personnel.

  • Alaafin of Oyo postpones 50 years coronation indefinitely

    Alaafin of Oyo postpones 50 years coronation indefinitely

    The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, has postponed indefinitely his 50 years coronation anniversary in the aftermath of the ravaging coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

    This is contained in a statement he personally signed and issued to newsmen on Saturday.

    Oba Adeyemi ascended the throne on Jan. 14, 1971, aged 31.

    The Oyo monarch, who had made adequate arrangement for an elaborate ceremony, said it was important to postpone the event.

    He said that he had been able to convince his traditional cabinet on the need to postpone the event, as a sign of respect for the sanctity of human life.

    “As usual, all those who know the importance of the Alaafin stool to the Yoruba nationhood, both at home and in the diaspora, had indicated their intention to be physically present on the occasion.

    “Against the backdrop of the current global pandemic of COVID-19, I have got to make a rethink on the timing of the celebration.

    “With very strong personal pain but with respect for the sanctity of human life, I have been able to convince my traditional cabinet (Oyomesi) of the need to postpone the event.

    “The event is postponed till after the pandemic might have gone in no distant future,” he said.

    The oba added that the logistics of effecting social distance rule and need of harbouring visitors from abroad for the mandatory two weeks isolation informed the decision.

    “Consequently, between personal interest and national interest, especially when it comes to the sanctity of human live, the choice is clear for any patriot.

    “While regretting any inconveniences the postponement might has caused, the sanctity of human life is more important to me than any social engagement,” he said.

  • COVID-19: Lagos clears air on KWAM 1’s performance at Oba Lawal’s coronation

    COVID-19: Lagos clears air on KWAM 1’s performance at Oba Lawal’s coronation

    The Lagos State Government has stated that popular Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, was not physically present to perform at the recent coronation ceremony of Oba Abdul Wasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, the Oniru of Iru Kingdom.

    A statement released by Chief Press Secretary to Lagos State Governor, Gboyega Akosile, stated that his performance was virtual in line with the COVID-19 regulations.

    According to Gboyega, the rebuttal became necessary following social media reports which stated that the popular musician was physically present and COVID-19 regulations were breached.

    He said: “Contrary to reports in some quarters of the social media that King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall was invited to perform at the recent coronation ceremony of Alaiyeluwa Oba Abdul Wasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, the Oniru of Iru Kingdom, K1 was not physically present at the occasion.

    “His performance was virtual in line with the new order.

    “It is also important to state that the traditional rites and presentation of the Staff of Office and other instruments of appointment, were held under strict compliance with the COVID-19 protocols on social distancing.

    For the record, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Sunday, 7th of June 2020, officially presented the Staff of Office and other instruments of appointment to Oba Abdulwasiu Gbolahan Lawal.

    He became the 15th Oniru of Iruland after 85 years the kingship left his Abisogun clan.

    The throne became vacant last year after the 14th Oniru, Oba Idowu Oniru, joined his ancestors.

  • COVID-19: Kwara Monarch postpones 10th year coronation celebrations

    COVID-19: Kwara Monarch postpones 10th year coronation celebrations

    The Olomu of Omupo, Oba Yakubu Buari, in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara, has postponed all activities for his 10th year coronation anniversary celebrations until further notice.

    Dr Monisoye Afolabi, the National President, Omupo Descendant Union (ODU), announced the postponement of all activities in a statement on Sunday in Ilorin.

    According to him, on the 12th day of June 2010, Oba Yakubu Buari (Ilufemiloye II) was formally enthroned as the Olomu of Omupo Land in Ifelodun Local Government of Kwara.

    “Consequently, June 2020 marks a full decade of that auspicious event in the life of the people of Omupo Land, which thus calls for a big celebration of thanksgiving for a peaceful and progressive reign.

    “To all intents and purposes, plans for the celebrations had commenced.

    “However, in view of the prevailing global health challenges, arising from the COVID-19 pandemic and its attendant advisories by the government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and relevant international organisations, it has become expedient that the celebrations could not be held as planned,” he said.

    Afolabi, however, stated that to mark the occasion, and to show his love for the wellbeing of his people, the Olomu of Omupo will carry out some of the following activities which include formal launch of the ‘Omupo People’s Empowerment Programme’.

    According to the National President, the monarch will also distribute the second round of palliatives to his subjects living in Omupo.

    Afolabi prayed the Almighty God to grant the traditional ruler long, peaceful and prosperous reign, and to all residents happy celebrations.

    The monarch was also quoted to have wished all his subjects happy Eid-el-Fitr, saying they should imbibe the lessons of the Ramadan, which included love, sacrifice, perseverance, tolerance, among others.

  • Buhari congratulates Emir of Zazzau on 43rd coronation anniversary

    President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday congratulated the Emir of Zazzu, Dr Shehu Idris, for clocking 43 years on the throne.

    The president’s congratulatory message was delivered by Gov. Nasir El-Rufai of Kaduna State, who represented him at a prayer session organised by Zazzau Emirate Council in honour of the Emir at his palace in Zaria.

    Buhari said the emir had 43 fruitful years not only to the people of Zazzau Emirate and Kaduna State, but the nation at large.

    He thanked the emir “for the fatherly role he had been playing toward promoting tolerance, understanding, as well as commitment to prevailing peace across Nigeria.

    “May Allah (SWT) give you long life to see another 43 years in good health and wisdom and may Jannatil Firdaus be your final abode in view of your endless efforts toward lasting peace across the country.”

    On his part, Gov. El-Rufa’i said “I have delivered the message from Mr President and now it is time to give mine.

    “Your Royal Highness, as you can see today, government activities had been halted in the state, I and Deputy Governor, Secretary to the State Government, Chief of Staff and all Commissioners are here to facilitate with you.

    “We are here to celebrate with you and to thank God for the good 43 years you spent and may you double the years in good health.”

    El-Rufa’i noted that the state government had been up and doing to deliver dividends of democracy to the people.

    He advised the people of Kaduna State, especially those without voter cards to go and register, saying the card was the only means to elect credible leaders.

    He added that “people should go and register, it is your right, even if you are not going to vote for me, go and register.

    “Without the voter card, there is no way you can elect leaders of your choice.”

    The governor attributed lapses in security situation in Northern Nigeria to Local Government Reforms of 1973.

    He said the reforms removed the security matters from ward heads, village heads, district heads and emirs and transferred it to local government councils.

    “We are now in 42nd year of this transfer, what is the result?, there is nothing more than increased insecurity and that was not the case before.’’

    He also commended the emir for leading the state to organise “the biggest and ever successful Durbar to mark 100 years of existence of Kaduna.”

    Responding, the emir thanked the governor over what he described as “honour not only to me and my family but also to the entire emirate.”

    He urged the people of Kaduna State to rally round the present administration to enable it to deliver dividends of democracy to the people.

  • Oba’s coronation: Olubadan sues Ajimobi, Attorney General, 22 others

    The Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Saliu Adetunji, has sued the Oyo State Governor Abiola Ajimobi and 23 others, over their involvements in the crowning of 21 kings in Ibadan on August 27, 2017.

    Joined in the suit are the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters in the state, the eight high chiefs that were elevated to kings, as well as the Baales that were conferred with kingship status.

    Apart from the suit filed by Olubadan, there are others variously filed by Rashidi Ladoja, Abdul Jelil Karimu and others.

    In the suit with file number I/1077/2017, which was filed at High Court of Justice, Oyo State on September 19, 2017, the Olubadan is claiming that the governor violated the Chiefs Laws CAP 28 of the state, saying that Ajimobi does not possess the power and authority to confer anybody the right to wear a beaded crown and coronet.

    The Olubadan is also claiming that the crowing of the kings is illegal and void since the governor did not consult with the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs.

    The Olubadan is seeking an order setting aside the Gazette Numbers 14 and 15 of Volume 42 of August 23 and 24, 2017 made by the governor and which conferred the right to wear crown and coronet on the elevated high chiefs and Baales.

    He said the governor’s action violated provisions of the CAP 28 of the Chiefs Laws of the state.

    The monarch, therefore, prays the court to set aside the installation of the new kings.

    TheNewsGuru.com reports that Governor Ajimobi had some few weeks ago presented staff of office to 21 monarchs in Ibadan apparently against the wish of the Olubandan.

    The governor further warned the Olubadan not to be involved or allowed himself to be used by politicians as the coronation of the 21 obas was in the interest of the people.

    TheNewsGuru.com reports that the Olubadan who shunned the ceremony vowed to seek redress in court insisting the 21 monarchs were wearing cartons and not crowns.

  • Olubadan distances self from coronation of ‘new obas’, says ‘I did not endorse it’

    The Olubadan of Ibadan land, Oba Saliu Adetunji, says he has no hand whatsoever in the proposed coronation of High Chiefs slated for Sunday at Mapo Hall by Oyo State Governor, Abiola Ajimobi.

    TheNewsGuru.com reports that Governor Ajimobi had on Friday presented letters of conferment of Obaship titles to 30 out of the 32 obas recommended by the Justice Akintunde Boade (rtd) led Judicial Panel of Enquiry on the review of 1957 Olubadan Chieftaincy Declaration.

    The Boade-led panel had on Aug. 18 submitted its report recommending 11 Olubadan High Chiefs and 21 Baales to wear beaded crown in Ibadan.
    Olubadan had kicked against the review, saying he was not in support of it.

    In a statement issued on Saturday by the Director, Media and Public Affairs to Olubadan, Mr Adeola Oloko, the monarch said his name being bandied around in some quarters as the father of the day at the occasion does not enjoy his blessing.

    “I have said it for the umpteenth time that I am opposed to the chieftaincy review and its recommendations as the process for such exercise has not been followed.

    “Therefore, as being advertised in some media houses, l cannot see how, I could possibly play a fatherly role in an exercise that I have not endorsed

    “Besides, as the father of Ibadan indigenes irrespective of political and ideological persuasion, I cannot attend an occasion where local government executives of one political party have been sending text messages to the party members in Ibadan land to mobilise for the event as if it is a political rally,” Adetunji said.

    The monarch said he considered any conferment of crowns on anybody as an exercise in futility until otherwise reversed.

    Adetunji said that it was going to be contemptuous for anybody to attend that programme as there are two suits that are yet to be determined before the court.

    “Where is the humanity of the organisers of the programme when Ibadan land is still mourning the passage of the Otun Balogun, High Chief Femi Olaifa, who was one of them until Aug.24,” he said.