Observers describe the conferment of the Royal Order of Iwere on the Delta governor as a symbolic blend of traditional authority, political leadership and regional unity. Royal Honour Draws Attention Across Delta THE conferment of the prestigious Royal Order of Iwere (ROI) on Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, by Ogiame Atuwatse III has continued to […]
Asagba Advocates Stronger Church-Community Relations HIS Royal Majesty, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has challenged churches in Asaba Kingdom to strengthen their contributions to social development through practical community-based interventions. The monarch made the appeal during a visit by leaders and members of Loveworld Bible Church to the Asagba Palace in Asaba. Focus on Education and Human […]
By IFESIOKWU GREG Asagba Receives Dual Recognition HIS Royal Majesty, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has been honoured with the titles of National Patron and Grand Patron, South-South Zone by the Elite Sheriff Corps of Nigeria. The honours were conferred during a visit by senior officials of the organisation to the Asagba Palace in Asaba. The delegation […]
Familiarisation Tour Deepens Community Dialogue THE traditional ruler of Asaba Kingdom, Epiphany Azinge, has intensified his grassroots engagement with a strategic visit to Ugbomanta villages, reinforcing his commitment to inclusive leadership and community development. The visit forms part of an ongoing tour across quarters and villages designed to foster closer ties between the palace and […]
Monarch Refutes Allegations of Foreign Land Deals THE traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, Obi Ifechukwude Okonjo II, has firmly denied claims that communal lands belonging to the kingdom were sold to foreign investors, describing the allegations as false, malicious, and deliberately misleading. In a statement issued by the Palace Communications Directorate, the monarch clarified that […]
Council Meeting Addresses Key Community Matters THE monthly meeting of the Asagba-in-Council, chaired by Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, convened in Asaba with a wide-ranging agenda focused on governance, development, and conflict resolution within the kingdom. The session began with traditional protocols and opening remarks, during which the monarch urged title holders to demonstrate stronger participation in […]
Anioma Heritage Project Deepens Collaboration with Asaba Throne THE Anioma Heritage Project has taken a significant step toward preserving the cultural and historical identity of the Anioma people following a high-level engagement with Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, the Asagba of Asaba. The delegation, led by National President Josephine Mokwunye, visited the monarch at his palace in […]
Asagba Palace Projects Renew Debate Over Role of Monarchs in National Development Cultural Investments Position Asaba Kingdom as Emerging Heritage Centre THE decision by the Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Azinge, to commence construction of major palace infrastructure projects has reignited national conversations about the evolving role of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s development landscape. At a […]
Royal Vision Anchors Cultural Expansion in Asaba THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has intensified efforts to preserve and modernise the cultural heritage of the Asaba Kingdom with the foundation laying of two landmark projects — the Asagba Palace Event Centre and Palace Library. The ceremony, held on 15 May […]
Monarch Tours Umuezei Communities HIS Royal Majesty, the Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has renewed calls for improved sanitation and sustained urban renewal during an inspection tour of the nine villages in Umuezei Quarters, Asaba. The tour, part of ongoing community engagement efforts, focused on environmental cleanliness, development initiatives, and strengthening communal harmony across […]