December 19: Oborevwori, Dafinone, Oyibode, Two Monarchs, Others to Grace Aladja Cultural Day 2026

By Henry Ubus.

Aladja Community ommunity in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State is set to celebrate its rich cultural heritage and traditions as preparations gather momentum for the second edition of the Aladja Cultural Heritage and Carnival (ACHC), scheduled for Saturday, December 19, 2026.

The celebration, with the theme “Renaissance for Peace,” is designed to promote cultural preservation, communal unity, peaceful coexistence and the rediscovery of Aladja’s rich cultural identity.

The event, which is expected to attract prominent personalities, traditional rulers, political leaders, cultural enthusiasts and sons and daughters of Aladja from within and outside the country, is being organised under the auspices of the Aladja Cultural Heritage and Carnival (ACHC).

Among the distinguished dignitaries expected at the celebration is Professor Godini G. Darah (FNAL), President and Chief Executive Officer of Urhobo Arts Heritage Limited, who will serve as the Distinguished Chairman.

The Executive Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori, has been listed as the Distinguished Special Guest of Honour, while Senator Ede Omureya Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, is also expected as Special Guest of Honour.

The Royal Father of the Day is the Ovie of Udu Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Engr. Michael Ogheneovo Orugbo, Okporua I, while the Mother of the Day is Chief Mrs. Anne Ewa Omovude of Agbon Kingdom and Omoerere of Ughievwen Kingdom, a United Kingdom-based business tycoon.

Also listed as Special Royal Guest is His Royal Majesty, Kingsley Emakpo Orereh, Ataneru (Igbi II), the Ovie of Agbarha-Warri Kingdom.

The Member representing Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Ejiroghene Francis Waive, will serve as the Carnival Icon of Honour.

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun (Hon.) Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP, FCIA, will serve as Chief Host, while the President-General of Aladja Community, Prince Ibrahim Dumuje, is the Host.

The Chairman of the Planning Committee is Barr. Richard Mofe-Demijo, while Chief Dr. Richard Tiki Iyede serves as Secretary of the Planning Committee.

The organisers have expressed their anticipation of a memorable celebration and called on invited guests, stakeholders and the general public to identify with the occasion.

The second edition of the Aladja Cultural Day and Carnival is expected to provide another opportunity for the community to showcase its cultural values, traditional dances, music, indigenous attire and other elements of its heritage while strengthening bonds of unity among its people.

With the theme, “Renaissance for Peace,” the celebration underscores the importance of returning to the values, traditions and communal spirit that define Aladja’s identity, using culture as a platform for peace, development and collective progress.

Together, Aladja celebrates its heritage, pride, unity and strength.