DIOKPA JOHN KIRIMONU OSIELE BECOME DIOKPA A nonagerian Pa John Kirimonu Osiele, was on the 31st of May, 2013 installed as the Diokpa of Alihame in the open field of Alihame Community, in Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State. He is aged 96 years Diokpa is a title given to the oldest man in Alihame community. The man on whom the title is conferred is expected to perform the traditional and ceremonial rites of the community he represents. The installation was performed by representatives from the following communities- Ewuru, Agbor-nta and Alihame. Speaking with newsmen, one of the sons of the Diokpa, Mr. Victor Kirimonu Osiele thanked God for preserving the life of his father and for making him the oldest man in Alihame community. He appealed to the people of Alihame to cooperate with his father to enable him lead the people alright. He prayed God to give him many more years to live and wisdom to succeed in his new role as the Diokpa. Mr. Osiele appreciated the support of Alihame community, friends, well wishers and family members that came to celebrate with them, praying that God will lead them safely back to their respective destinations and grant them all their hearts desires. Climax of the ceremony was the dynamic performance from Agholor Solomon Chukwuyenye (ASO) musical group, as everyone danced to musical tunes. All those present at the ceremony were also treated to sumptuous meals and drinks. Social and religious associations present at the ceremony were: Eitu Onyeru Ali Ochor Nwene, Benin Branch; Children of God Association, The Young Shall Grow, Eitu- Alionye; Eitu Onyeoghani. Other dignitaries in attendance were Dr. (Mrs) J. E. Konyeme, Deputy Provost COE, Agbor Mr. B.O. Awana, Mr. Martins Onyeijen, Mr. J.K Agborgun, Hon Fidelis Aghagbon and others.
Posted on: Tue, 11 Jun 2013 08:30:15 +0000
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