The Ekwuoma Traditional Council in Ika North-East Local Government Area of Delta State has announced the passing of the 10th Ajeh (King) of Ekwuoma Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Samuel Chinedu Chukwujindu.

The Council also announced the enthronement of the late monarch’s successor, Prince Daniel Afamefune Chukwujindu, now crowned Ezeagu Ukpo II, the 11th Ajeh of Ekwuoma Kingdom.

In a statement signed by the Onu Obi of Ekwuoma Kingdom, Chief Godwin Nwokolo, the Council said the monarch peacefully joined his ancestors on June 2, 2026, after an 18-year reign from 2008 to 2026.

The Council described the late king as a revered royal father whose reign brought stability, continuity, and honour to the kingdom.

Sequel to his transition, the Ekwuoma College of Kingmakers, in line with the kingdom’s customs, traditions, and succession laws, confirmed the enthronement of Crown Prince Daniel Afamefune Chukwujindu under the principle of primogeniture.

The new monarch, Ezeagu Ukpo II, assumes leadership as custodian of the kingdom’s royal heritage, continuing an unbroken royal lineage that dates back to 1646.

The Traditional Council expressed confidence that peace, unity, prosperity, and divine favour would prevail in the kingdom during and after the transition.

As part of the transition rites, the council has declared a seven-day mourning period.

The Council urged residents and indigenes at home and in the diaspora to refrain from excessive celebrations, maintain public peace, observe moderation in social activities, and offer prayers for the repose of the late monarch.

The statement also encouraged condolence visits to the Royal Family and said details of the formal coronation and public presentation of the new monarch would be announced later.

The statement indicated that the announcement of the monarch’s death had been communicated to the Delta State Government, security agencies, and relevant traditional and governmental authorities. (The Nation)