Oba Ewuare II Celebrates 10 Years of Reign in Benin
On Tuesday, residents of Benin City in Edo State gathered to celebrate the 10th coronation anniversary of Oba Ewuare II. The event took place at the Holy Aruosa Cathedral, where the Oba arrived accompanied by State Governor Monday Okpebholo.
The procession to the cathedral saw traders and residents pause their activities to witness the convoy, which included prominent figures from the state. Attendees wore traditional red and white attire in honor of the occasion.
The Holy Aruosa Cathedral, located along the Akpakpava-Benin-Auchi road, is a significant place of worship for the Oba. Edo Commissioner for Mining, Mr. Kayode Iriabekhai, spoke to the press at the cathedral, commending the Oba for fostering peace in the state and supporting the governor since he took office.
Iriabekhai expressed hopes that the Oba's reign would continue to promote peace in Edo.
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