Community Honors 120-Year-Old Fisherwoman with Dolphin-Shaped Casket in Delta State

A century-old fisherwoman was interred in a specially designed dolphin-shaped casket in the Oboro community, located within the Bomadi Local Government Area of Delta State.

The funeral service has attracted substantial attention, both locally and on social media, as community members come together to celebrate her life.

The late fisherwoman, known solely for her dedication to fishing, was honored with this distinctive casket, symbolizing her commitment to the river and her profession.

Residents of the community revealed that this decision was a deliberate one, intended to commemorate her enduring legacy and narrate her life story which is intricately tied to her work in fishing and the local maritime heritage.