Asagba of Asaba explained

The Asagba of Asaba is the traditional leader of Asaba, Delta State in the South-south of Nigeria. The office of the ruler of is an official post recognized by Governor of Delta State and the Federal Government of Nigeria.^{[1] [2]}

The Asagba is the representative of the people of Asaba to the state and federal levels of government. The current Asagba is Prof. Epiphany Azinge.

Culture and practices

During official meetings with cabinets or guests, The Asagba of Asaba enters the palace arena and all guests stands. He is always beautifully costumed and also accompanied by his wife attired in the traditional white cloth of the western Igbo.

List of Asagba of Asaba

• Obi Onyetenu
• Obi Prof. Joseph Chike Edozien
• Obi Prof. Epiphany Azinge

References

Citations

sources

• Book: Azikiwe, I.. 2015. Asagba: Prof. Joseph Chike Edozien His Thoughts, Words, Vision. United Kingdom. 9781504925594.
• Book: Korieh, Chima J. . New Perspectives on the Nigeria-Biafra War: No Victor, No Vanquished. 2021. United States. Lexington Books. 9781793631121.
• Book: Ogen. Olukoya. Babawale. Tunde. Culture and Society in Nigeria. 2008. Nigeria. Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilization (CBAAC). 9789784831062.

Notes and References

1. News: Agbakwuru . Johnbosco . 13 February 2024 . Tinubu mourns Asagba of Asaba . 2024-02-15.
2. Web site: Tinubu Mourns Asagba of Asaba, APC's Cairo Ojougboh - THISDAYLIVE . 2024-02-15 . www.thisdaylive.com.