Olu of Warri not dead – Warri Kingdom debunks 'rumour'

 

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.