The Edo State Government has installed new traditional rulers in Okpella, Okhuesan, and Onogholo, presenting them with Staffs of Office and letters of appointment in a move that reshapes traditional leadership in parts of Etsako East and Esan South East Local Government Areas. The announcement was conveyed in a government statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, Esq.
In Etsako East, the government formally presented His Royal Majesty Michael Eshioronoya Olorunfemi Sado with the Staff of Office and letter of appointment as the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella. This development marks a new chapter in the traditional administration of the Okpella community.
In Esan South East Local Government Area, the government concluded a lengthy regency in Okhuesan by revoking the appointment of Zaiki Ehi-Douglas Lucky Ehidiamen, who had served as regent for eighteen years. His regency, which began when the rightful heir was a minor, officially ended on 30th April 2025. The state has now recognised His Royal Highness Lucky Ehichioya Imhadojiemu, who has come of age, as the substantive Onojie of Okhuesan, and has presented him with the Staff of Office and a letter of appointment.
Furthermore, the government has installed His Royal Highness Ehinonhen Aigbojie as the new Onojie of Onogholo, also in Esan South East, presenting him with the official instruments of office to signify the commencement of his reign.
In the statement, the Edo State Government congratulated all the newly appointed traditional rulers and expressed hope that their leadership would usher in peace, stability, and socio-economic progress for their communities. It reaffirmed its commitment to supporting traditional institutions as essential pillars of local governance and cultural identity.
These appointments are expected to have a lasting impact on the socio-political dynamics of the affected communities, as the newly recognised monarchs assume their roles with the full backing of the state.
