Delta Kingdom Set to Install Senior Lawyer as New Monarch

Preparations are in top gear in Delta State for the coronation of the Vice President of the Nigerian Body of Benchers and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Albert Akpomudje (SAN), as the 14th Ohworode of the historic Olomu Kingdom.

This was announced in a statement issued by the Secretary of the Olomu Kingdom Traditional Council, John Ewenede, and made available to journalists in Warri on Tuesday.

According to the statement, Akpomudje, who previously served as the Otota (Traditional Prime Minister) of Olomu Kingdom, will be officially crowned on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Otorere (Agbon) Olomu in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State.

A grand reception is expected to follow immediately after the coronation ceremony at the royal palace, located opposite the Magistrates’ Court in Akperhe-Olomu.

Akpomudje’s ascension to the throne follows the passing and burial rites of the 13th Ohworode, Macaulay Ovbagbedia, Uhurhie-Osadjere II, from the Uhurhie Ruling House. The late monarch, a retired Assistant Commissioner of Police, was crowned on May 20, 2023, but passed away in July 2025 after a brief two-year reign—the shortest in the kingdom’s history.

Having completed the traditional rites, Akpomudje, as the next in line, assumes the revered position in accordance with Olomu customs. The incoming monarch, a distinguished lawyer and Worldwide President of the Government College Ughelli Old Boys Association, hails from Akperhe-Olomu in the Eyavwien Ruling House.

Excitement continues to build across the kingdom as residents prepare for the colourful ceremony, marked by traditional dances, drumming, and festive decorations ahead of the historic event.