Final Burial Rites For Late Rev. Mother Margaret Ekotoro Set For Nov 27

By Osaro Michael, Benin

The families of Ofomuware and Asamabiri of the Kalafiogbene Community in Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State are set to bid farewell to their beloved matriarch, Late Rev. Mother Margaret Alhaji Ekotoro Oruserikeme, who passed away at the ripe age of 99.

According to the burial programme, the final burial rites will take place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at the Kalafiogbene Community. The programme begins with a service of songs at John Ekotoro Street, Ojikpata in Oruwhorun Town on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 2 pm.

The main burial ceremony will commence at 7 am on November 27, with the body leaving Safe Haven Hospital Mortuary Service Okumagba Layout, Warri, via NPA Waterside to Kalafiogbene Community. The religious commendation, requiem service, and interment will follow at the Christ Divine and Gospel Mission (CDGM), Elohim City Zion Kalafiogbene, from 9 am to 5 pm.

An all-night social wake keep will take place from 6 pm till dawn, with music to be provided by Chief Barrister Smooth, the Paddle of Niger Delta.