Photos, Video from coronation of Tshola Emiko as Ogiame Atuwatse III, Olu of Warri

Prince Tsola Emiko has been crowned the Ogiame Atuwatse III, 21st Olu of Warri.

The ceremony took place at Ode-Itsekiri, the ancestral home of the Itsekiris in Delta state. One of the high points of the event was the selection of a ceremonial sword by the Olu while being blindfolded. He picked the sword with the title, Atunwase. His father was ATuwatse II.

Before the coronation, Prince Tsola Emiko had a long walk along Warri before departing to Ode-Itsekiri.

Also, a boat regatta was held to the admiration of all in attendance.

Dignitaries at the ceremony include the Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, Ooni of Ife, Oba Ogunwusi, deputy Governor of Edo state Phillip and many others.