In recognition of five years of visionary leadership, unity, and transformation in Warri Kingdom, a series of events are planned for August 2026 in Koko, Delta State.
“High-ranking and influential individuals will celebrate five years of visionary leadership, unity, and transformation with our revered King, His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III. They will also enjoy an exciting day of golf, fellowship, and fun” a statement by the Chairman of Canaan Land Golf Course and Country Club, Hon. Felix Aganbi said Friday morning.
The 5th anniversary of the coronation of His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, will be commemorated with a Special Kitty Golf Tournament on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
Tagged: “Five Glorious Years on the Throne”, the historic Kingly Golf tournament is expected to draw political and traditional leaders, golf enthusiasts, professional and amateur golfers from across Nigeria and overseas for a day of fun and friendly competition.
“The Tee-Off is 10:00 AM while the dress code is red on white” Aganbi said.
The statement emphasized the monarch’s strategic insight, ability to bring people together and his unwavering commitment to building a stronger, more prosperous kingdom,
“CanaanLand Golf & Country Club, Koko, in conjunction with Riva Golf, celebrates this remarkable milestone with a Special Kitty Golf Tournament in honour of The King’s 5th Coronation Anniversary.”
50 golfers will take part in the Bini Riva tournament.
“We can’t wait to welcome some of the best golfers to Koko. The prize money for the Bini Riva Golf Tournament is One million Nigerian Naira (₦1,000,000) and will be presented after the game at the new Christiana Aganbi Smart Hall”
The golfers include Lady Capt. Lucky Apkeiyi, Princewill Cosmas, Abanum Treasure, Stephen Akpomiemie Asagba, Vicky Ireyefoju, Patience Jones, Elvis Ajise, Otali Uteh, Joy Omorogiuwa, Sala Oise, Atse Alero, Omolara Dukuye, Clement Edewor, Mahmud Suwadetu, Ann Ayegbeni, Peter Igbogb, Clifford Ogbechi, Dr. Monica Obaedo, Ahwin Precious, and Sheila Ebunilo.
John Okojie, Ufuoma Atiyor, Tobi Muhawwal, Charles Egbagbe, Dr. Austin Okogun, Albert Everett, Raymond Ejinyere Ufuoma Oghoje, Joy Ogbe Kani, Monica Sarufu, Chief James Yelzum, Destiny Okoh, Joe Alex Eyituoyo, Naomi Otugbrigbri, Lt. Col. Emmanuel Umoru, Paul Nwabudike, Sandy Memeh, Doubra Akpomreta, Afoke Iteheri and Osamagbe Osazomwangie will participate in the competition.
Other golfers that will be competing include Okejoto Gochua, Ezinne Nnenna Onyekwere, Yakubu Ibrahim, Uwabor Angela, Efe Uwaifo, Dode Joan, Felix Aganbi, Pro Tony Uduimo, Agbo Osavengbe and Prince Igbinosa.
His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, is the 21st Olu of Warri and the paramount ruler of the Iwere (Warri) Kingdom in Delta State, Nigeria.
He ascended the throne on August 21, 2021.
The Bini Riva Festival attracts thousands of visitors. This year’s festival will feature fishing, art, game and feast.
“Congratulations to all winners and participants,” the statement added.
Credit: Hon. Felix Aganbi
