Tag: benin kingdom
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The Oba of Benin is more than a king — he is the heartbeat of Edo identity, the living custodian of a civilization that once stood as one of Africa’s most advanced empires. For centuries, the Benin throne has remained a sacred institution symbolizing unity, justice, and continuity among the Edo people. Ancient Roots of…
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The Edo State High Court has issued a landmark judgment barring the installation of any Eze Ndigbo or parallel traditional ruler within Edo State. The ruling, delivered in Benin City, has reaffirmed the authority of the state’s indigenous traditional institutions and their exclusive right to regulate cultural leadership within their jurisdiction. The case, which has…
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When the Oba of Benin is crowned, it’s not just a royal ceremony — it’s the rebirth of a kingdom, a reminder that history still breathes among us. For centuries, this sacred event has united the Benin people in pride, tradition, and spiritual reverence. The coronation of the Oba is one of Africa’s oldest surviving…
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BENIN CITY — The Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa Okpebholo, has joined millions of Edo sons and daughters at home and abroad in celebrating the birthday of His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, the revered Oba of Benin. In a congratulatory message personally signed…
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BENIN CITY — The heartbeat of the Benin Kingdom is aglow today as sons and daughters of the ancient kingdom — at home and across the world — unite to celebrate the birthday of His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, the revered Oba of Benin. Across palaces, shrines, homes,…
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A rare photograph of the Weybridge home of George W. Neville (1852–1929) offers a haunting glimpse into the private collection of a British official who once worked in Lagos for the Elder Dempster Shipping Company during the height of colonial expansion. Neville’s collection, amassed after the 1897 Benin Expedition, included 128 objects taken from the…
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It’s a question that sparks curiosity among history enthusiasts and culture lovers alike: Could the Edo people of Benin have had historical ties with Japan? 🇳🇬🇯🇵 At first glance, the connection might seem far-fetched — but some coincidences are intriguing enough to warrant a closer look. Edo and Edo: Names That Connect The most obvious…
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By EDOCELEBRITIES.COM | October 8, 2025 | Benin City The Benin Royal Palace has issued a public announcement reaffirming that the Iyaloja title — commonly used in parts of Nigeria — is foreign to Benin culture and tradition. According to the Palace statement, there is no such traditional title as “Iyeki General” recognized under the…
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In 1978, seven young athletes from Edo College, Benin City, were captured in a powerful moment of focus and pride — running barefoot during a warm-up session at Motspur Park, South-West London. The black-and-white photo, now a rare historical gem, freezes more than just motion; it tells a story of discipline, heritage, and the unbreakable…
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BENIN CITY — The elders and people of Okuoromi community in Oredo Local Government Area have expressed deep appreciation to the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, CFR, for restoring peace, unity, and traditional order in the community through his recent royal pronouncement reaffirming the Odionwere as the rightful administrative head. During…