Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has restored the statutory rights of the Benin Monarch over the ownership of ancient artefacts looted from the Oba of Benin’s palace during the 1897 Benin Massacre by British colonial forces. The announcement was made in a statement on Saturday by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, … Read more
Edo North Senator Adams Oshiomhole has explained why he chose to kneel before the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II. Oshiomhole emphasised his understanding and respect for the traditional institution of the Benin people as the reason for this gesture. During an appearance on Channels TV’s Politics Today on Monday, Oshiomhole also criticized outgoing Governor … Read more
Claims APC attempting to turn people against Benin monarch Alleges strategy aims to win upcoming gubernatorial election Vows move will backfire, urges media neutrality Eko Hot Blog reports that in a startling accusation, Chris Nehikhare, the Commissioner for Communication and Orientation in Edo State, has alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is dragging the … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oba of Benin, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, has claimed that the Benin Kingdom founded Lagos State. This online media reports that the Oba of Benin made the claim on Sunday evening during a courtesy visit to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the Lagos House, Marina. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omonoba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II on Sunday noted that the promotion of diversity and unity is key for the development for the country. The Oba who made the remarks during a visit to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, at the Lagos … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oba of Benin, Omo Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has said President Bola Tinubu was ordained by God to be the President at this time. The first-class monarch stated this on Sunday during a courtesy visit to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State at the Government House in … Read more
The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has expressed optimism that President Bola Tinubu would fulfil his promises to Nigerians. EDITOR’S PICKS I Will Not Condone Working At Cross Purposes, Tinubu Warns Service Chiefs Watch Moment Police Officers Chased Motorist To Death Over Fuel Sanwo-Olu In Morocco, Commits To Aiding Growth Of Tech Industry In Africa … Read more
Buhari has approved the appointment of His Majesty, Ewuare II as Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). The Vice Chancellor of NOUN visited the Oba in Benin City to introduce the university’s management team to him. The Oba expressed his gratitude for the recognition. Eko Hot Blog reports that the President Muhammadu … Read more
The Federal Government has granted permission to the Oba of Benin to retain repatriated artefacts. According to the government’s directive, the Oba shall be responsible for managing all locations where repatriated artefacts are situated. The decision ends the tussle between the monarch and the Edo State Government. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oba of … Read more
Atiku, Okowa, Obaseki, and other PDP governors have visited the Oba Of Benin. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has appealed to the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II to pray for a peaceful election and political transition in the 2023 general election. The presidential … Read more
Bobrisky’s joke on the Oba of Benin taken too far EKO HOT BLOG reports that Idris Okuneye, famously known as Bobrisky, a popular crossdresser, recently shared a video on Instagram, calling on the Oba of Benin to take him as a wife. According to him, he was a queen in Benin. The crossdresser in a … Read more
Thousands of sculptures and carvings were removed during the destruction of Benin City in present-day Nigeria EKO HOT BLOG reports that less than 24 hours after Cambridge University handed over a looted Benin Bronze artefact to Nigeria, another sculpture will be handed back to the country by the University of Aberdeen on Thursday after its … Read more
It was gathered that the process of voting for the nominated persons had already commenced. Former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan; Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, and Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, have been nominated for an international award, EKO HOT BLOG has gathered. The Nigerian leaders, EKO HOT BLOG reports, have been … Read more
…the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, had demanded full and unconditional repatriation of all looted Nigerian artefacts in German museums. The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has said his administration won’t engage in “disrespectful exchanges” with the Oba of Benin over the destination of repatriated stolen artefacts. This was disclosed in a … Read more
Security, Oba of Benin The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has called for better welfare and equipment for the Nigerian Army to ensure effective service delivery. Oba Ewuare made the call in Benin on Tuesday when the General Officer Commanding 2 Division, Ibadan, Maj.-Gen. G.U Chibusi visited him. The traditional ruler said that the … Read more
The presiding priest of Holy Aruosa Cathedral, Ohen-Osa Harrison Okao has been sacked on the approval of the Oba of Benin. Okao was found guilty of violating the long-standing rules of the church. YOU MAY ALSO LIKE: BREAKING: President Buhari Extends IGP’s Tenure Nigerian Private Universities Produce Graduates With ‘Empty Brains’ – ASUU The Oba … Read more
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has urged Muslims to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, has urged Muslims to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Muhammad by embracing peace and harmonious co-existence, as they celebrate Eid el-maulud. This is contained in a statement signed by … Read more
Oba of Benin The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has congratulated Governor Godwin Obaseki, for winning the Edo State governorship election held last Saturday. This was contained in a press statement signed by the Secretary, Benin Traditional Council, Frank Irabor and made available to journalists in Benin City, the state capital. Read Also: Lagos Court … Read more
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare the 11 has called on political parties participating in the Edo 2020 election to go about their campaigns peacefully. The Royal Majesty made the call when he received a delegation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on a courtesy visit at his Palace in Benin on Saturday. Read Also: … Read more
The Benin Traditional Council, yesterday, expressed dismay over the unruly behaviour of some youths when Edo State governor, Mr. Goodwin Obaseki, led other PDP governors and party chieftains to the palace of the Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II in Benin City last Saturday. The Council, in a statement signed by its Secretary, Frank Irabor, … Read more