The Oba of Benin, Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II, on Monday performed the ancient Ugierhoba rite, formally opening the 2025 Igue festival.
He stressed that all chieftaincy titles in the Benin Kingdom are conferred solely by him, the Oba.
The Eriyo of Benin pledged to uphold and preserve Benin customs.
The Oba offered prayers for national leaders, seeking peace, good health, wisdom, and steady progress throughout this festive period.
Mr Iguobaro the planned event, scheduled for Sunday at the Muson Centre, Lagos is being organised without the consent or consultation with the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II.
Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, has congratulated Prof
The monarch said that for things to get better, it has to be rough for a while.
The dukes are the first set of hereditary titles of Enigie that had been inducted since the past six years when the Oba ascended the throne.
