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EXPLORE THE VIBRANT LEGACY OF OGHARA KINGDOM

Welcome to Oghara – The Gateway to Urhoboland
Nestled in Ethiope West LGA of Delta State, Oghara comprising the vibrant sub-clans Oghareki and Ogharefe is a town rich in history, culture, education, and economic vitality.

About Oghara

Oghara Kingdom is one of the largest Kingdoms in Urhobo nation of Delta Central Senatorial district. It is one of the three Kingdoms that constitute Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State and one of the six Kingdoms that constitue the Ethiope Federal Constituency. It lies between longitude 6.7 degrees east and 5.15 degrees west, while on latitude 6.15 degrees south and 5.30 degrees north of the equator. It is precisely located on the Midwestern part of Nigeria. The Kingdom is the gateway to Urhobo land and the Niger Delta.

The Political System

Oghara Kingdom operates a kind of parliamentary system of government with the King (Ovie) as head of state while the oldest man (Okaorho) is head of parliament. The Kingdom as earlieron mentioned consists of two territorial units or twin system of governments that has corresponding political structures of equal relevance in Oghareki and Ogharefe which runs side by side without friction and or conflict.

Geography

The geographical location advantages of Oghara kingdom contribute a great deal to its rapid population growth. In 1931, its population was 8,000, in 1952 it stood at 17,353 and 1963 population figure puts it at 27,000.

HERITAGE STORIES: Sub-Clans: Ogharefe & Oghareki

Discover the History of Current & Past Kings of Oghara Kingdom

The Royal Institution of Oghara Kingdom

How the Throne Works

Oghara (made up of the Ogharefe and Oghareki sub-clans) runs a rotational monarchy: the crown alternates between the Orefe ruling house in Ogharefe and the Oreki ruling house in Oghareki. After a king from one house rules for life, the next king must come from the other house, ensuring balance and unity between the two clans. The king is supported by the Iyasere (traditional prime-minister, always chosen from the opposite clan to the king), the Oguedion (Council of Chiefs & elders) and titled palace officers such as the Unugbrogodo and Unuevworo who administer quarters and festivals.

The Reigning Monarch

His Royal Majesty (HRM) Noble Oyibo Eshemitan, FCA – “Uku Oghara N’ame”, Orefe III

HRM Noble Eshemitan was crowned Ovie (king) of Oghara Kingdom on 18 March 2012, succeeding the late Oreki II. His official title is Uku Oghara Na’me, Orefe III, and his coronation marked the continuation of the rotational monarchy shared between the two ruling houses — Ogharefe and Oghareki.

Since ascending the throne, Orefe III has been widely credited with bringing peace, unity, and community development across Oghara Kingdom. He is respected for his fair-minded leadership style that emphasizes justice, dialogue, and cultural pride. Chiefs and community leaders have repeatedly described his reign as a period of stability and cooperation within the kingdom.

News & Events

Land disputes over territory ceded to the Nigerian Army resolved by traditional authorities

Ongoing infrastructure maintenance: roads, pool cleanup, market improvements.

Educational updates: new Western Delta University courses; DElsuth gains medical accreditations as of October 2024.

Queen Iyobosa Eshemitan Foundation hosts Women and Children of Oghara kingdom to kick off New Year

To mark the beginning of 2026 with compassion and community spirit, the Queen Iyobosa Eshemitan Foundation — led by Her Majesty Queen Iyobosa Eshemitan — hosted a joyful and impactful New Year celebration for women and children of Oghara Kingdom on January 1, 2026.

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