Pere Bigborogha 11 Laid to Rest in a Grand Ceremony at Kiagbodo as Senator Agwariavwodo Represents Governor Oborevwori
By Wilson Macaulay
His Royal Majesty , Bigborogha 11 ( JP ) Remil S H Perekeme , Pere of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom, was finally laid to rest Saturday , 18th August 2024 .
The grandiose and solemn ceremony which was held at Kiagbodo Town ,the traditional headquarters of Ngbilebiri Mein Kingdom in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State Witnessed the esteemed presence of numerous dignitaries, including members of the Delta State Executive Council, With Senator Emmanuel Agwariavwodo ,Representing
His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori , the Governor of Delta State.
Senator Agwariavwodo, who conveyed the goodwill message of the Governor in his speech paid glowing tribute to the revered Monarch Pere Bigborogha 11 for his immersed contributions to the
development of his kingdom, the traditional institutions in Delta State and beyond.
Agwariavwodo, the Governor Rep. who described the late Pere as an epitome of peace remarked that the final passage rite which is more like a carnival was indeed a fitting farewell, to honor the legacy and ever green memory of late Pere Bigborogha 11 .
Senator Agwariavwodo pointed out in his speech that the late Pere who is a man of peace had cordial ties with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori who is very much concerned using the instruments of his
good office as encapsulated in the MORE AGENDA to maintain a peaceful Delta State, noting that Delta did not experience any chaos in the last national protest as a result of the due diligence of the Governor.
He advised Members of the Royal Family , the entire Ngbilebiri Mein Kingdom to emulate the golden path of the Monarch to maintain his enviable legacies .
He said: ” The best thing we need to do now is to maintain the path of peace and honor, which were the virtues that distinguished our departed Royal Father when he was alife as Bigborogha 11.”
Speaking further, Senator Agwariavwodo added: ” Governor Oborevwori loves the Bigborogha Royal Family, the People of Ngbilebiri Kingdom, the Burutu LGA people and indeed the ljaw nation in general that is why he has gone the extra mile to create the Ministry of Riverine infrastructure headed by an illustrious son of Ngbilebiri Mein Kingdom in the person of Hon Ebikeme Clark.”
The Delta State Head of Service, Reginald Bayoko, a proud Son of Kiagbodo Town , Hon Chief Ebikeme Clark, Hon Commissioner, Directorate of Riverine Infrastructural Development,
( DRIB) , Hon Anthony Ebitomou Alapala, member Delta State House of Assembly,
Hon Chief Julius Takeme, Chairman Burutu Local Government Area, High Chief Tunde Smooth, the Bolowei of ljaw nation,
Barr Newworld Safugha, Former Delta State Commissioner for Energy, representing Senator James Manager, Mrs Andrea Ebiere Onduku in their goodwill messages stated that Bigborogha 11 was a Royal Father who propagated peace before his demise hence this kind of passage rite like carnival put together to honor his revered memory.
HRM Elder,Capt Joseph Timiyan (JP) the Paramount Ruler and Ebenanaowei of Ogulagha Kingdom, Chairman of Izon Traditional Rulers Forum, HRM Oba Abiodun Mulatto, Osangangan 1V, The Oranfe of Ife Kingdom, HRH, Oladele Olasogi, Sooko Adimula Obalufon, the Ijabata of Ife Kingdom, HRM Polokowei
Johnbull, Pere of Ogbolibiri Mein Kingdom, HRM, Bosu Dio JP, Ayamabulou 1 the Ebenanaowei of Iduwini Kingdom, Chairman Burutu LGA Traditional Rulers Committee, HRM, Ogbobere lsoun Vl, the Pere of lsaba Kingdom, all who spoke gave glowing tributes in honor of His Royal Majesty , Bigborogha 11 ( JP ) Remil S H Perekeme , Pere of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom for the enviable life he lived on earth before joining his forbears.
Other Royal dignitaries in the roll call who also spoke spoke in the red carpet include, HRM, DR Owoupele Danladi Foubiri, Angulu 1 Ebenanaowei of Tarakiri Kingdom, HRM King DR Ekiomi Oweiagbe John, Gbesa 1 , the Ebenanaowei of Operemor Kingdom, HRM, Jackson Fourbriowei Angalabiri Egbain 11, the Ebenanaowei of Kumbowei kingdom and HRM Urhukpe l the Ovie of Ewu kingdom amongst others.
The Chairman of the central burial committee, Apostle DR SO Dode, Hon Kurugbe, Amb. Chief Ebi Morgan JP, Ebikonbowei of Ngbilebiri Kingdom, Comrade Emmanuel Emebradu, JEDOWA Zonal Chairman, NUPENG, Warri Zone Hon Emmanuel Nocomplain
aka Emmapearse , in their separate speeches concurred that Bigborogha 11 was a worthy monarch worth celebrating with pomp and pageantry.
DR Prince Christopher Perekeme, the Crown Prince and eldest Son of the late Pere of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom, who gave the vote of thanks on behalf of the Bigborogha Royal Family thank His Excellency, RT Hon Sheriff Oborevwori,
Members of the Delta State
Executive Council , led by Senator Emmanuel Agwariavwodo.
He also appreciated the Head of Service, Reginald Bayoko, Members Delta State House of Assembly, Present, Hon Commissioners Present, Members of House of Representative present, and all top government functionary for their esteemed presence.
Prince DR Christopher Perekeme, the Crown Prince and eldest Son of the late Monarch,gave special thanks to all
the Royal Fathers present , from Ijaw nation , from Urhobo land, from the West and across the Niger in the Eastern part of Nigeria Who turned up in good number to honor his father, the Great Pere Bigborogha 11.
Speaking further , he said : ” Today, my heart is filled with gratitude and appreciation , On behalf of the Bigborogha Royal Family I extend our deepest thanks to every one who attended the Final passage rite of our Father, the Great King , HRM Remil PS Perekeme, Pere Bigborogha 11 of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom. Your being here to honor the memory of my late father is a testament of the profound impact he made in Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom and beyond and the Worthy life he lived before his transition to ecclesiastical abode.
He was a man who made Peace as his first article of fate, a man with great wisdom, strength, and compassion, he dedicated his life to serving others. Seeing so many dignitaries gathered here is a strong reminder of the legacy he left behind. To our friends and family who traveled from near and far, your support means the world to us. Your kind words, prayers, and comforting presence have been a source of strength during this difficult time.
My father cherished the relationships he built with each of you, and I know he is smiling down on us today, grateful for the love and respect you have shown.
Prince DR Christopher Perekeme also thanked all members of the traditional Council of Chiefs of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom, especially High Chief Edewor Uyo, the Wurutua-owei of Ngbilebiri Mein Kingdom , High Chief Godwin Manseh, the Tunteri – owei of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom, Chief Aguede Obosu, the Myenkeremowei of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom, Chief Morgan Ayokomi, the Ebikonbo -owei of Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom for their wonderful contributions towards the successfull Passage rite in honor of Bigborogha 11.
He said: ” To everyone in Ngbilebiri Mein kingdom I thank you for your show of love. My Father , Our Great king believed in the power of Peace ,unity and collective effort. Together, we will continue to build on the foundation of Peace he laid .”
Lastly, he said : ” I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the Central Burial Committee chaired by Apostle DR SO Dode and everyone who worked tirelessly to ensure that the events run smoothly. Your dedication and hard work have made this day a fitting tribute to my father’s life and legacy.”
