After the Death of Christ, Arogbo Had Already Migrated – Dr. Kuku’s 6th-Century Claim on Arogbo Eldership, Shared Ancestry with Gbaraun, and Effurunarau’s Legacy Reignites the Ijaw History Debate
Historical revelations by Hon. (Dr.) Kingsley Kemebradigha Kuku, Ph.D, Esq., former Chairman of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) and former Special Adviser to former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan on Niger Delta Affairs, have shed new light on Arogbo’s ancestral seniority, migrations, and connections with other Ijaw and Delta communities.
According to Dr. Kuku, Arogbo was the eldest family in the Gbaraun lineage, with significant historical roles in spiritual and cultural leadership. While some events in Gbaraun remain private, the kinship ties among the people are undisputed.
Dr. Kuku explained that the Kabo people, located today in Patani, are direct brothers, with lineage tracing through Kabo to Tumowei, confirming that they all belong to the same ancestral family.
He also clarified that Effurunarau, the younger sister of Arogbowei and Kabowei, migrated and settled at present-day Effurun in Delta State with her sons and daughters. Over time, her family intermarried with the Urhobo, and her lineage established the royalty of Uvwie (Effurun Kingdom).
The final migration of Arogbo from present-day Gbaraun to Ekpetonron (Erubiri and Agwobiri Quarters) and Bilebu Arogbo (Egbesubiri Quarters) occurred in the 6th century AD, shortly after the death of Christ.
Today, Arogbo Kingdom comprises over 100 communities, with Arogbo town as the headquarters. Key communities include Ajapa, Akpata, Opuba, Adoloseimo 1, 2, 3, 4, Bolowou, and Arogbo Zion, among many others. The King of Arogbo presides over these communities, reaffirming the kingdom’s historical, political, and cultural significance within the Ijaw nation.
Dr. Kuku’s account continues to spark interest among historians, cultural custodians, and the public, emphasizing the importance of research, documentation, and respectful engagement to preserve Ijaw history and heritage.
Arogbo-Ibe Voice Reporters encourages the public to watch the full video for complete historical context and narration, and will continue to provide verified updates on this important discourse.
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