The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, on Friday, sued for global peace, and prayed against the escalation of the war between Ukraine and Russia, especially amidst deep and growing frustration, seven months after the war began. Speaking in his palace in Benin-City, Edo State, when he received the Turkish Ambassador to…
Controversy over Custody of Expected Artefacts: Don’t be bamboozled to give up your heritage to strangers, Oba of Benin warns Edos
The dust is yet to settle over controversies trailing the custody of the 1,130 artefacts looted from Benin Kingdom during the British invasion of 1897 and being expected from Germany as both the Edo State government and the palace of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare 11, Ogidigan, continued with their separate arrangements to receive the…
Initiate, Implement Reforms That’ll Advance Science, Medical Practice-Oba of Benin charges plastic surgeons
The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare 11, has charged surgeons to reduce incidents of distorted medical procedures and improve healthcare system in Nigeria. The monarch gave the advice when members of the Nigerian Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons, (NAPRAS) and Surgeons Burns Injuries Society, (NBIS) paid him a visit in…
Oba of Benin Concerned About Growing Domestic Terrorism Despite Cultural, Religious Diversities
The Benin monarch, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare 11, is deeply concerned that in spite of Nigeria’s cultural diversity and religions, there is still domestic terrorism in the country. The royal father, who spoke on Thursday when he played host to members of the Arewa community who paid him a courtesy visit in his…
Edo Government, Benin Palace Tango over Land
The palace of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare 11, and the Edo State government are once again on collision course, this time over plans by the Godwin Obaseki-led government to acquire some portions of land around the palace, which are said to be traditional grounds. Recall that residents of Ogbe-Ezoti, led by 87-year-old Pa Moses…
Oba of Benin Honours Memory of Late Captain Hosa Okunbo, Postpones Fifth Coronation Anniversary Celebration
All activities hitherto lined up to commemorate the fifth coronation anniversary of the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare 11, have been postponed. Oba Ewuare 11, was crowned October 20, 2016, a date that also coincides with his birthday. He turns 68 this year. According to a statement dated October 11, 2021,…
Obaseki Defers to Benin Monarch on Looted Artefacts
To Seek Audience With Palace To Iron Out Grey Areas The Edo State government on Monday broke its silence on the face-off between it and the Palace of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare 11, Ogidigan, on the custody of stolen artefacts to be repatriated from Germany and other foreign countries. Secretary to the State Government,…
Oba Ewuare 11, Gov. Obaseki, Disagree over Custody of Looted Benin Artifacts
As controversy rages between Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, and the palace of the Oba of Benin, Ewuare11, Ogidigan over who takes custody of looted artifacts to be repatriated from Germany and other countries, the Benin monarch on Friday declared unequivocally that the artifacts are not property of the state government or any private corporate…
Royal Hammer Falls on Chief Priest of Holy Aruosa Church in Benin
[responsivevoice] The Chief priest of Holy Aruosa Cathedral, Harrison Okao, has been suspended by the Oba of Benin, Ewuare 11. The Ohenosa was sanctioned for alleged unauthorised ministration. His suspension was recommended by the Joint Elders Committee of the Cathedral and some senior palace chiefs. A statement signed by the Secretary, Benin Traditional Coucil, Frank…
Edo Guber: APC Lauds Oba of Benin’s Vital Intervention in Political Violence
Accuses Deputy Governor’s Wife of Breaching Peace Pact. The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo State has expressed gratitude to the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, for his recent intervention in the spate of violence and shootings that had characterized electioneering campaigns in the state ahead of the September 19 governorship election in the state,…
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