Majesty in Marble and Might: King Ateke Tom Marks 61st Birthday with Royal Spectacle in Okrika
The ancient city of Okrika, was set aglow today, as His Royal Majesty, King Michael Ateke Tom, the Amayanabo of Okochiri, marked his 61st birthday in a grand celebration befitting a monarch of his towering stature.
In a dazzling display of royal symbolism and cultural depth, the event featured two monumental cakes, each a masterpiece echoing the dual essence of the revered king.
One of the cakes, sculpted into the form of a roaring lion, boldly captured His Majesty’s strength, fearlessness, and indomitable warrior spirit, a living testament to his legacy as a defender of his people. The second, shaped into an ornate royal crown, stood as a resplendent symbol of his exalted throne and enduring authority as the paramount ruler of the Okochiri Kingdom.
“These are not just cakes,” a close palace aide remarked, “They are tributes carved in icing and gold reflections of a king who embodies both courage and kingship in equal measure.”
The celebration drew dignitaries, traditional rulers, and well-wishers from across the Niger Delta and beyond, all united in honoring a man whose life continues to be a beacon of pride and cultural heritage.
“King Ateke Tom is more than a monarch,” a guest declared. “He is a symbol of resilience, leadership, and the undying spirit of the Ijaw people.”
With drummers thundering ancestral rhythms and dancers swirling in traditional regalia, Okrika reaffirmed its place not just as a town, but as a throne room of history, identity, and legacy.
As the lion and the crown took center stage in cake form, they echoed a deeper message: The king lives on mighty, majestic and unconquerable at 61.
