May. 25th, 2025
On this Africa Day, our message is clear: Africa is not a problem to fix but rather a force returning to its full power. And it continues to be apparent by the day that Africa is a return, not a risk.
May. 17th, 2025
In a proud moment for all of Africa, the waters ebbed out of Warri Kingdom in the heart of Nigeria’s Delta, and flowed in torrents to the ancient Zulu Kingdom in South Africa. The occasion being the arrival of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR, on a fraternal visit to His Majesty Misuzulu KaZwelithini of Zulu Kingdom in Nongoma, South Africa, with both monarchs testifying to shared values and rich cultural heritage that exist across the continent.
May. 17th, 2025
It pleased His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III to receive the honour of being awarded by the Reputation Poll International @reputation_poll as one of 100 Most Reputable Africans. The Award was presented to His Majesty by Her Excellency Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg and former Deputy President of South Africa.
April. 17th, 2025
The task of crafting a future we desire involves collaborative efforts, innovative thinking, and a shared vision for a better tomorrow where every individual has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to the greater good. It will require raising a generation of leaders who embody empathy, integrity, and a deep understanding of the complex challenges we face, and who are equipped to drive positive change and shape a brighter future for us all.
April. 6th, 2025
His Majesty Ògíamẹ̀ Atuwatse III CFR graced the Coronation of His Majesty Ọba Abímbọ́lá Akeem Ọ̀wọ̀adé I, the 46th Aláàfin of Ọ̀yọ́, in honour of a revered age-long throne and a significant chapter in Yoruba history, which the Itsekiris are proud to be associated with.
March. 30th, 2025
This past Saturday, in the opening installment of the Ghigho Aghofen “Palace Watch” ceremonies for the year 2025, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III hosted all and sundry to a rich display of tradition at Aghofen (royal palace) in Warri.
March. 28th, 2025
His Majesty’s visit marked the quarterly Ugwa Olu, signifying the community’s successful completion of their dedicated watch over the Palace of the Olu of Warri (Ghigho Aghofen). Customarily, in conclusion of the ceremony, His Majesty took a walk around the community blessing her people, land and waters.
March. 15th, 2025
Today, His Majesty, Ògíamẹ̀ Atuwatse III was in Ode-Itsekiri, the ancestral capital of the Itsekiri, as well as Okotomu where His Majesty carried out customary blessings upon the land.
March. 8th, 2025
Today, we celebrate the unwavering strength, resilience, and determination of women who have shaped our communities, cultures, and history. We honor the heroes, sung and unsung, the mothers, daughters, sisters, and wives who have worked and continue to build and sustain our families and societies tirelessly.
March. 7th, 2025
774 of our nation’s young and bright minds in the medical profession were yesterday, 6th March 2025, assembled and launched into the National Health Fellows program, an initiative of the Presidency through the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
March. 5th, 2025
Today His Majesty Ògíamẹ̀ Atuwatse III CFR inaugurated ‘The Intersecting Worlds of Climate Change, The Mangrove & Art’, an art exhibition curated by Mr. Oriiz Onuwaje of Crimson Fusion Creators and featuring the artistry of Mr. John Ed DeBebs. This exhibition is aimed at raising awareness on the state of the third largest mangrove forest in the world - the mangroves of the Niger Delta.
February. 9th, 2025
Yesterday His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR enjoyed a splendid afternoon spectating the 2025 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament at the Lagos Polo Club.
January. 24th, 2025
Warri Kingdom has had the honor of hosting Her Excellency, Senator Fanny Moussokoura Chantal, Vice President of the Senate of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, a proud daughter of the Kingdom, hailing from the Ogheye-Eghoroke community.
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