Olu of Warri not dead, receiving treatment – Palace

By Our Correspondent

Warri Kingdom in Delta State has debunked the news that the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Ikenwoli, had died.

Reports emerged yesterday that the monarch died on Monday.

He was said to have died from COVID-19 related illness after his health allegedly deteriorated on Sunday evening.

But a statement from the monarch’s palace signed by Chief Clement Maleghemi, Director of Palace administration, said the Olu is still receiving treatment at the moment.

Maleghemi said the office of the traditional prime minister would inform the general public of any other development in the Warri Kingdom.

Read Full statement:

“The attention of the Palace of His Majesty, Ogiame Ikenwoli, the Olu of Warri has been drawn to news/social media speculations announcing the sudden demise of His Majesty.

“We wish to notify the General Public that His Majis indisposed and currently receiving medical attention by team of qualified medical specialist.

“Any further information on the subject would be made known to the general public by the office of the Traditional Prime Minister of Warri Kingdom, Chief Ayirimi Emami, the Ologbotsere of Warri Kingdom.