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HISTORY 
As in other Urhobo kingdoms, some oral tradition informs that the People of Olomu kingdom migrated from Aka, the present day Benin. Olomu, was the first male child of the XXXXXXX Oba of Benin. It was believe that other male children born to the king died before they are 7 days old. The Benin tradition then required that king must not set eyes on the crown prince. He however must be informed of the birth of the crown prince on the seventh day. In the case of Olomu, He and the new of his birth were hidden away from the king for fear of the child dying before the seventh day. It so happened that, another male child was born about the same time as Olomu whose birth ended up being presented to the kings palace. This prince was then declared the heir to the throne.

It was this error the resulted in Olomu the rightful heir to the throne migrating southwards with his household and followers. They went through various lands before finally settling in present day Olomu. 

For this reason all Olomu descendants are considered Princes. For the same reason, all the chiefs in the three ruling houses of Olomu Kingdom could potentially be crowned the Ohworode (king) of Olomu.

 

The current Ohworode, HRH R.L. Ogbon Ogoni-Oghoro I, JP became the 3rd Ohworode of Olomu Kngdom.

TOWNS & VILLAGES
Olomu Kingdom comprises of the following: Ogoni, Umolo, XXXXXXX

PROMINENT SONS & DAUGHTERS
Olomu has produced several descendants of repute who have contributed to society locally, nationally and internationally.  Some of these descendants to mention just a few  include: Olorogun (Rev) Princes Elizabeth Ogbon-Day - She was the first Nigerian female Ambassador appointed to the Philippines, Germany. Olorogun Moses Taiga - A prominent Industrialist, Philanthropist. Mosheshe - A well respected businessman in the hospitallity industry with investments spanning several parts on Nigeria.  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx  xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx  

IGHOZE FESTIVAL
The festival is celebrated to commemorate Igboze the son of Ighogho of Benin. Chieftaincy titles are conferred on deserving citizens. There are traditional dances and exchange of gifts.