BY SOLA ADEBAYO, Warri Fresh crisis is brewing in Warri, Delta State, following the emergence of a “second Olu of Warri-designate”, Prince Oyowoli Gbesimi
It was gathered that Prince Oyowoli Emiko had also commenced his seclusion and other traditional rites at an undisclosed location, in preparation for his coronation. His pictures, decked in Idaniken attire, appeared in the public domain on Wednesday evening.The Ginuwa Ruling House had been polarised into two factions following the death of Ogiame Ikenwoli.
The controversy over the application of the Traditional Rulers and Chiefs Edict, 1979, being the customary law regulating succession to the title of the Olu of Warri, sparked the succession crisis. His uncompromising posture led to his suspension as Ologbotsere by the members of the royal family loyal to Prince Tsola Emiko.
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