Governor Criticizes Lack of Transparency in MOWAA Project Amid Accusations of Undermining Ancestral Rights

Governor Okpebholo expressed surprise at a recent visit by European diplomats to the Museum of West African Art (MOWAA) in Benin City, highlighting the lack of transparency in the project. Oba Ewuare accused Governor Obaseki of attempting to undermine the rights of the Benin people to their ancestral artifacts.

The tension arose following violent protests at the museum, prompting a rapid police response. European envoys, including the EU Ambassador and German Ambassador, visited the museum, leading to criticism from Okpebholo about the secretive nature of the project.