Oba maintains traditional authority in Benin City and drives international advocacy for artifact repatriation.
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What happened
Oba maintains traditional authority in Benin City and drives international advocacy for artifact repatriation.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Benin City
capital city of Edo State, Nigeria
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Oba of Benin
traditional ruler of the Edo people centred on Benin City, in modern-day Nigeria
Related events
- Institutions are involved in repatriation efforts of Benin Bronzes, with David Adjaye designing a new museum in Benin City.
- Olugbile Holloway is negotiating the return of looted artifacts from institutions including the British Museum, the Netherlands, and the University of Cambridge.
- Okpebholo details the leading state policy regarding cultural assets in Benin City, successfully securing grants and investment support.
- The Oba of Benin met with the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council on September 15, 2026.
- Hon Omosede Igbinedion commended Okpebholo for the opportunities available in Edo State.