In a move to preserve culture and redefine the image of Asaba, Delta State’s capital, the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has laid the foundation for the Asaba Heritage Museum — a multi-million naira project aimed at promoting the cultural identity and rapid development of the city.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony at the permanent Palace ground in Asaba, the monarch stated that the initiative is part of a broader vision to brand and rebrand Asaba as a “shining star on the horizon” and to maintain its status as Nigeria’s fastest growing state capital.
The monarch noted that the museum project, valued at an estimated N400 million, is being fully financed by the Tony Ndah Foundation and was not part of the original palace development plan.
The Asagba expressed deep gratitude to Ogbueshi Tony Ndah for committing to the project and for his “visionary support” towards the cultural development of the city.
“Today, by the grace of God and thanks to our son, Tony Ndah, we are laying the foundation for this museum. He has provided the funds, and we are confident that by December this year, the building will be completed and handed over for use,” the monarch declared.
Prof. Azinge further revealed that while work on the main palace continues at a slower pace due to funding limitations, the museum has already received half of its contract sum and is progressing rapidly. He also disclosed that the broader palace complex, including supporting structures, is expected to be completed and inaugurated by October 2026, in time for his second coronation anniversary.
