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Family Announces Funeral for Late Papa Kiritamarau Robert Desikoro
By Charity Ebi
The families of Ikileware of Odimodi Town and Peregede of Endoro Town, both in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, have announced the passing of their beloved patriarch, Late Papa Kiritamarau Robert Desikoro, who died at the age of 93.
In an obituary statement jointly signed by Timi Kritamarau for the children and Elder J.O. Ikiere for the family, which described the deceased was a devoted father, grandfather, brother and uncle whose life was marked by dedication to God.
“With total submission to the will of Almighty God, the families of Ikileware of Odimodi Town and Peregede of Ndoro Town both in Burutu Local Government Area, Delta State announce the passing away of our beloved son, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Kiritamarau Robert Desikoro.” He is survived by four children and ten grandchildren.
According to the funeral programme released by the family, activities will commence on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with a Service of Songs scheduled for 4 p.m. at his residence located at No. 6B Suleya Street, DSC Steel Town 1, Ovwian-Aladja, in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State.
The funeral rites will continue on Friday, March 27, 2026, when the body will depart Ame Mortuary, Avenue Estate, at 8 a.m. for Odimodi Town in Burutu Local Government Area. This will be followed by a lying-in-state at the family compound at 12 noon, interment and entertainment of guests will follow immediately and continue till dawn, as Chief Alex Owei Ebikonbogha supply music.
By Divine Perezide
The families of Onitsha Iyalagha of Seighabina Quarters and Zeibiri Aluku of Bomuzuwei Quarters in Odimodi Town, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, have announced the burial arrangements for their matriarch, Mrs. Ayenuwa Onitsha Iyalagha (Nee Aluku), who passed on at the age of 100.
According to the funeral announcement jointly signed by Dr. P.E.E. Aluku for the family and Elder Simeon T.O. Iyalagha for the children, the revered centenarian, who was a devoted mother and grandmother, and great-grandmother, “slept in the Lord on the 22nd Nov. 2025.” She is survived by a sister, eight children, 32 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
The funeral activities in honour of the late matriarch will begin on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, with a Service of Songs by 4pm at her husband’s compound, Seighabina Quarters, Odimodi Town, Burutu Local Government Area.
Mama’s remains will depart Ame Specialist Hospital’s Mortuary, Okumagba Avenue, Warri, by 8am on Friday, April 3, 2026, for her husband’s compound in Odimodi Town for brief funeral rites, before onward movement to her father’s compound at Bomuzuwei Quarters by 4:30pm, for lying in state and an all-night wake keep, followed by entertainment of guests and in-law greetings, as Prince Abraham Donokoromo, the Numu Pere of Isaba Kingdom supply music through the night.
Interment will follow on Saturday, April 4, 2026, by 8:30am at her father’s compound in Bomuzuwei Quarters.
Activities marking mama Ayenuwa’s transition will conclude on Sunday, April 5, 2026, with an Outing and Thanksgiving Service at Assemblies of God Church, Odimodi Town.
By Charity Ebi
A former Leader of the Burutu Legislative House, Rt. Hon. (Chief) Joseph A. Aubeze, has extended warm congratulations to Chief Prince Emmanuel Amgbaduba following his successful election as Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Delta South Senatorial District.
In a congratulatory message made available to IduwiniVoice news desk, Aubeze commended Amgbaduba for his longstanding commitment to grassroots mobilisation and his contributions to the political development of the district.
The former Leader of Burutu Legislative House described the APC chieftain as a consistent political figure whose dedication to party organisation and community engagement has earned him widespread respect across Delta South.
Aubeze expressed confidence that the new chairman would deploy his wealth of experience to strengthen the party and promote political inclusion in the district.
In the statement, he said:
“CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE.”
“Congratulations to Chief Prince Emmanuel Amgbaduba on your successful election as Chairman, All Progressives Congress (APC), Delta South Senatorial District.
“You’ve been a very consistent and dedicated grassroot mobilizer, whose footprints dots the sand of our politucal history.
“It is my firm belief that you’ll use your new position to influence more development and empower many of our people politically.
“May God Almighty continue to bless and promote you, Oziko!”*
Chief Alubeze and many within the party believe that Amgbaduba’s emergence as chairman could further strengthen the organisational structure of the APC in Delta South ahead of future political engagements.
By Divine Perezide
A former Leader of the Burutu Legislative House, Rt. Hon. (Chief) Joseph A. Aubeze, has expressed deep sympathy to the Executive Chairman of Burutu Local Government Area, High Chief (Dr.) Julius Takeme (PhD.), JP, following the passing of his mother, Mama Alice Takeme, whose sad event occured few days ago.
In a condolence message made available to the IduwiniVoice News Desk, the former leader of Burutu Legislative House described the development as a painful loss, while urging the council chairman and members of his family to remain strong in the face of the difficult moment.
Aubeze acknowledged that the death of a mother is always deeply emotional, noting that while Mama’s passing may have come at a time when her loved ones still desired more years with her, it remains one of life’s realities that must be accepted with faith and courage.
Expressing solidarity with the council chairman, Aubeze assured him of his support during the period of mourning and prayed that God would grant the family the strength to bear the loss.
In his message, he wrote:
“SINCERE CONDOLENCES
“Dear, High Chief (Dr.) Julius Takeme (PhD.), (JP),
“The news of the passing of your beloved mother at her prime. Mama deserved to live to a full old age and enjoy the fruits of her labour, but we cannot query God.
“Please, take heart and be assured that I am standing very solidly beside you in these trying times.
“May God grant you and the entire family the fortitude to weather through this situation.
“Okasu! The Olotu! Please, take heart, my chairman.
Aubeze further prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul and comfort for the bereaved family as they navigate the difficult period of grief.