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Comrade Jonathan Ihonde, whose 87th post-humous birthday event in the form of a public lecture happened in Benin City last ...
Long before London installed street lights, Benin City, an ancient Nigerian capital, had already lit its streets with torches and lamps. Here’s the powerful history.
African sculpture is a vast, rich, and diverse art form that mirrors the continent's cultural heritage and history ...
However, while this new week may finally bring closure to one of Nigeria’s most controversial and politically charged court cases in recent history, the Benin Traditional Council domiciled at the ...
Oba of Benin – Oba Ewuare II The Oba of Benin presides over the ancient Benin Kingdom. He is also seen as the custodian of the culture of the Edo people.
The national leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the ruling of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, describing it as a miscarriage of justice and a ...
The Netherlands say over a 100 Benin Bronzes that were plundered from Nigeria by British troops in the 1800s in museums will be returned.
Oba Ewuare II noted that Okpebholo’s respect for the traditional institution of the Benin people and Edo State as a whole will be forever remembered.
In a significant move to address longstanding issues and strengthen ties between the government and the people, Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has restored the statutory rights of the Benin ...
In a move aimed at addressing the long-standing issue of the ownership of ancient Benin artefacts, Governor Okpebholo has restored the full statutory rights of His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II ...
Adedamola Alex - November 4, 2024 Outgoing Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has appealed to people of the state to support incoming administration of Senator Monday Okpebholo.