The Home of the Itsekiri People
Event: Women Novelty Football Match Time: 04:00 PM Location: Olu of Warri Palace Field, Ugbori Community, Warri Description: A fun and spirited football match featuring women from various communities. As part of the 4th Coronation Anniversary festivities, this event celebrates sportsmanship and camaraderie on the hallowed grounds of the Olu's Palace.
Event: Allstars Novelty Football Match Time: 04:30 PM Location: Olu of Warri Palace Field Warri Description: Following the women's match, prominent figures and community leaders will take to the field for an exciting Allstars game. This event is a festive highlight of the 4th Coronation Anniversary, showcasing unity and friendly competition.
Event: Mini Regatta from Warri Boat Yard to Ode-Itsekiri Time: 10:00 AM Location: Warri Boat Yard to Ode-Itsekiri Description: A breathtaking ceremonial boat procession that pays homage to the kingdom's riverine heritage. This beautiful water parade is a key spectacle of the 4th Coronation Anniversary, as a flotilla of decorated boats makes the symbolic journey […]
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 kingdomās 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 […]
The spotlight this Saturday will be on the Olobe Community, who will formally take over the prestigious duty of watching over the Palace. They succeed the Orere-Uluba Community, who have successfully completed their tenure. The handover ceremony is renowned for its vibrant display of Itsekiri heritage, featuring traditional drumming, dance, and dramatic displays of loyalty […]