Thousands thronged the streets and dignitaries and well-wishers flew in from around the world as the Itsekiri people of Iwere Kingdom in Delta state crowned a new king, Ogiame Atuwatse III.
Nigerians say they felt renewed hope as they watched the coronation of the Olu of Warri. “To see a forward-thinking monarch, who understands technology.. entrepreneurship…the role of women. It was such a beautiful, beautiful experience,” Itsekiri entrepreneur @taradurotoye told CNN.
