Inside Delta
Olu Of Warri Hosts 10th Edition Of Ghigho Aghofen
Written By: New Telegraph
24 Jun 2024 10:05 AM
Warri, Delta – In significant numbers reminiscent of their readiness for the task ahead, the people of Orugbo marched joyously into Aghofen, the palace of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR, the Olu of Warri on Saturday 22nd June 2024. Sonorous voices filled the air as jaunty dance steps swayed to ancient folklore tunes.
The occasion was the 10th edition of “Ghigho Aghofen”, the ceremonial transfer of stewardship over the Palace from the illustrious Efurokpe community and other Itsekiri communities of Ethiope-West Local Government Area who had kept watch since 16th March, to the venerable Orugbo community, nestled in the creeks of Warri South Local Government Area, in close proximity to the ancestral home of Ode-Itsekiri.
Orugbo community was founded by Ibrikimo and Otuekine deities, later joined by Ike during the reign of Olu Irame, between the years 1525 to 1549 AD.
Their migration commenced from present-day Iraq in the Middle East, traversing Northeast Africa to Ode-Itsekiri, and then finally terminating in Orugbo. Here they settled and diligently practised their mission and belief system, which centred on doing good, justice, and equity at all times.
This edition of Ghigho Aghofen celebrated the rich heritage and traditions of the Orugbo community in a grand showcase of dances, sounds and theatrical splendour.
“The event also honoured the unwavering communal bonds within the Warri Kingdom, with captivating cultural displays and homage from diverse tribal groups resident in Warri, including Ilaje, Igbo, Urhobo as well as the Ghanaian community.
The occasion was the 10th edition of “Ghigho Aghofen”, the ceremonial transfer of stewardship over the Palace from the illustrious Efurokpe community and other Itsekiri communities of Ethiope-West Local Government Area who had kept watch since 16th March, to the venerable Orugbo community, nestled in the creeks of Warri South Local Government Area, in close proximity to the ancestral home of Ode-Itsekiri.
Orugbo community was founded by Ibrikimo and Otuekine deities, later joined by Ike during the reign of Olu Irame, between the years 1525 to 1549 AD.
Their migration commenced from present-day Iraq in the Middle East, traversing Northeast Africa to Ode-Itsekiri, and then finally terminating in Orugbo. Here they settled and diligently practised their mission and belief system, which centred on doing good, justice, and equity at all times.
This edition of Ghigho Aghofen celebrated the rich heritage and traditions of the Orugbo community in a grand showcase of dances, sounds and theatrical splendour.
“The event also honoured the unwavering communal bonds within the Warri Kingdom, with captivating cultural displays and homage from diverse tribal groups resident in Warri, including Ilaje, Igbo, Urhobo as well as the Ghanaian community.
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