Senator Francis Alimikhena Crowned Okumagbe Of Uwanno Kingdom
Former Edo North Senator, Francis Asekhame Alimikhena, has been formally crowned the Okumagbe of Uwanno Kingdom in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State.
The coronation ceremony, held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Uwanno, witnessed the presence of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, who presented the staff of office to the new traditional ruler.
Alimikhena, who represented Edo North Senatorial District in the Senate for two terms, described his ascension as a new beginning and turning point for the people of Uwanno Kingdom.
He pledged to promote peace, love and development in the kingdom and announced plans to establish a Uwanno Development Fund (UDF) to mobilise resources for the development of the area.
Governor Okpebholo congratulated the new monarch and urged him to deploy his wealth of experience in public service to promote peace, unity and sustainable development.
The governor also called on the people of Uwanno Kingdom to support the new Okumagbe and work together for the progress of the kingdom.
Senator Adams Oshiomhole also congratulated Alimikhena, commending his contributions to the development of his people and Edo State and praying for wisdom as he assumes his new traditional responsibilities.
The coronation ceremony, held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Uwanno, witnessed the presence of Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, who presented the staff of office to the new traditional ruler.
Alimikhena, who represented Edo North Senatorial District in the Senate for two terms, described his ascension as a new beginning and turning point for the people of Uwanno Kingdom.
He pledged to promote peace, love and development in the kingdom and announced plans to establish a Uwanno Development Fund (UDF) to mobilise resources for the development of the area.
Governor Okpebholo congratulated the new monarch and urged him to deploy his wealth of experience in public service to promote peace, unity and sustainable development.
The governor also called on the people of Uwanno Kingdom to support the new Okumagbe and work together for the progress of the kingdom.
Senator Adams Oshiomhole also congratulated Alimikhena, commending his contributions to the development of his people and Edo State and praying for wisdom as he assumes his new traditional responsibilities.
