Warri Kingdom in Delta State has debunked the rumors that the Olu of Warri, Ikenwoli Godfrey Emiko had passed away on Monday.

He was said to have died from COVID-19 related illness after his health allegedly deteriorated on Sunday evening.

However, a statement from the monarch’s palace signed by Chief Clement Maleghemi, Director of Palace administration, said the Olu is indisposed and is receiving treatment.

Maleghemi said the office of the traditional prime minister would inform the general public of any other development in the Warri Kingdom.

Read the statement below;

The attention of the Palace of His Royal Majesty, Ogiame (King) Ikenwoli, the Olu of Warri has been drawn to News/Social Media Publications announcing the sudden demise of His Majesty.
We wish to notify the General Public that His Majesty is indisposed and currently receiving medical attention by a team of Qualified Medical Specialist.
Any further information on the subject would be made known to the general puble by the office of the Traditional Prime Minister of Warri Kingdom Chief Ayiri Emami, the Ologbosere of warri kingdom.
Chief Clement A. Maleghem Director of Palace Administration
Olu of Warri Palace
Warri.