The Kingdom of Benin was located in what is now known as southern Nigeria. The kingdom was led by the Oba, a powerful leader who was believed to be descended from the gods. The Obas used art and ...

The Kingdom of Benin was located in what is now known as southern Nigeria. The kingdom was led by the Oba, a powerful leader who was believed to be descended from the gods. The Obas used art and ...

Barely three days, after the All Progressives Congress, APC, transition committee urged the newly sworn-in Governor of Edo ...

The Benin Monarch, Omo N’oba N’edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has received two artefacts from the Stanley Museum of Art, University of Iowa, in the United States. These artefacts—a wooden ...

The President said this cultural preservation work was a source of pride and connection for all who shared the Benin Kingdom’s rich history. He notes that since the coronation of the 40th Oba of ...

In the heart of Benin City, the Museum of West African Arts , MOWAA, is rising as a cultural beacon, reclaiming the ancient ...

Pa Edokpayi used the occasion to congratulate Oba Ewuare II for the successful celebration of the Emorho feast and his eighth anniversary on the throne of his forebears, and prayed God Almighty and ...

He said the King’s relentless efforts and exploration of international networks to return priceless and timeless artefacts, which carry the weight of the Benin Kingdom’s history, identity ...

He also praised the monarch’s steadfast commitment to preserving the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Benin Kingdom. He specifically acknowledged Oba Ewuare’s tireless efforts to ...

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In a statement on Monday, Dr Adiele noted that the Oba’s commitment to nurturing the values of the rich Benin Kingdom had inspired her and strengthened community bond among people. The statement ...

National Women Leader, Dr. Mary Alile Idele, has felicitated with the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N'Oba N'Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Oba Ewuare II, on the momentous occasion of his 8th coronation ...