The statement noted that under the new traditional administrative system, the Oba will immediately send Okao Eguae to Ehor, ...

The Benin Traditional Council has announced that 67 Enigie in the Benin Kingdom have been suspended with immediate effect.

The Benin Kingdom, celebrated for its unparalleled cultural heritage and deep historical roots, has long been a beacon of tradition and uni­ty in Nigeria. At the apex of this ancient kingdom is the ...

Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade is the new Alaafin of Oyo and he was selected in January, 2025 following extensive consultations ...

Sixty seven Enigie in Benin Kingdom have been suspended ... of their anti-palace and rebellious activities against the Oba of Benin and the traditional institution. “This decision was made ...

He recalled that Oba Ewuare II posthumously conferred the ... during the private royal family ceremonies/funeral rites in Benin Kingdom, starting Saturday February 15th, February 15th, 2025 ...

Oba Ewuare II; the royal family; other indigenes of Benin Kingdom; and their friends worldwide. Ekasa, a spiritually-embedded dance procession, is performed during Oba of Benin’s coronation ...

Highlighting the Oba’s role as a custodian of Benin’s rich cultural heritage, the letter emphasised that his reign had upheld and strengthened the kingdom’s traditions despite external ...

In March 2023, then-president Muhammadu Buhari signed a decree saying the Oba, or king, of the historic kingdom of Benin rightfully owned all returned Benin Bronzes and was responsible for ...

The Benin Traditional Council has announced the suspension of 67 Enigie in Benin Kingdom, with immediate effect. Frank Irabor, the Secretary of Benin Traditional Council, made this known in a ...

The Benin Traditional Council has announced the suspension of 67 Enigie in the Benin Kingdom, with immediate ... and rebellious activities against the Oba of Benin and the traditional institution.