The Home of the Itsekiri People
Time: 12:00 PM Location: Big Warri Palace, Ode-Itsekiri Description: A deeply significant ritual where individuals, groups, and communities pay solemn homage to His Majesty for his 4th Coronation Anniversary. This ceremony connects the present reign of Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, to the rich history of the kingdom’s ancestors.
Time: 03:00 PM Location: Ode-Itsekiri Description: The official departure of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, from the ancestral home, concluding the day's 4th Coronation Anniversary events with a final, majestic procession.
Time: 11:00 AM Location: Aghofen Palace Grounds (Warri) Description: This is the central, most anticipated day of the 4th Coronation Anniversary celebration for His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR. Thousands of well-wishers, dignitaries, and Itsekiri citizens will gather on the Aghofen Palace Grounds to pay their respects to the monarch in a grand ceremony marking […]
Time: 10:30 AM Location: Palace Hall (Aghofen Warri) Description: An intellectually stimulating event of the 4th Coronation Anniversary for His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, featuring the official launch of a new book authored by Lucky Ebaje. The book explores the fascinating connections and historical influences between Arabic figures and the Itsekiri language.
Time: 11:30 AM Location: Palace Hall (Aghofen Warri) Description: Several days are set aside for Homage paying due to the high numbers of dignitaries, community leaders, and groups who wish to formally pay homage to His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, on his 4th Coronation Anniversary. This is another such day set aside for that […]
Time: 04:30 PM Location: Olu Palace (Aghofen Warri) Description: A vibrant showcase of the kingdom's theatrical talent. These captivating drama presentations, part of the 4th Coronation Anniversary for His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, will bring Itsekiri culture, stories, and history to life on stage.
Event: Award of Royal Order of Iwere (ROI) Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Palace Auditorium (Aghofen Warri) Description: A prestigious ceremony of the 4th Coronation Anniversary for His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, where he will bestow the Royal Order of Iwere, the kingdom's highest honour after Chieftaincy titles, upon distinguished Itsekiris who […]
Event: Thanksgiving Service Time: 10:00 AM Location: Palace Church (Aghofen Warri) Description: The seven-day festival will culminate with a final, prayerful Thanksgiving Service. Itsekiri Nation will gather to express gratitude to God for a successful 4th Coronation Anniversary celebration and the good health, long life, and successful reign of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR […]
A special day of praise and thanksgiving marking the 7th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri. The event brings together members of the Warri Kingdom and well-wishers to celebrate the reign and give thanks.
A celebration of unity, friendship and sporting spirit as part of the 5th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR. The Warri Unity Game brings communities together through sport as part of the celebrations marking the fifth anniversary of the coronation of His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, the Olu of Warri. Taking […]
An overnight programme of individual and social activities in Ode-Itsekiri celebrating the 5th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR. Following the Warri Unity Game, the celebrations continue with Ogiame Overnight in Ode-Itsekiri. The overnight programme will feature individual and social activities, creating an opportunity for people to come together, celebrate and enjoy […]
The Grand Finale of Bini Riva Life forms part of the milestone 5th Coronation Anniversary celebrations of His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR. The Grand Finale of Bini Riva Life takes place at Obogboro as part of the programme marking the 5th Coronation Anniversary of His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, the Olu of Warri. […]