…of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), Olugbile Holloway, Oba Ewuare II expressed gratitude to the Swiss government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Monday Okpebholo, and other stakeholders for their role in the restitution process. "The Benin bronzes are not curiosities. They are records of…

…in Benin City. The palace stated that the gathering was convened on the instruction of Oba Ewuare II and should be treated as a matter of urgent importance. It explained that the meeting is intended to explore traditional approaches that could support ongoing government efforts to address insecurity. Meanwhile, the Ben…

…Palace. The palace said the meeting is convened under the authority and directive of Oba Ewuare II and must be treated with utmost urgency. According to the statement, it is aimed at exploring traditional means to complement government efforts in tackling insecurity. In a related development, the Benin Traditional Coun…