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German Right Cries Foul Over return Of Benin Bronzes To Nigeria

GERMANY had hoped that by returning 20 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria last year it was “healing the wounds” of colonialism and righting a historic wrong. But when it emerged that ownership of the repatriated objects will pass to the king…

Woman Banished In Enugu Community For Allegedly Cheating On Husband

A woman named Martina has been reportedly banished by members of her community, Iheakpu-Obollo Afor, in Udenu Local Government Council of Enugu State for allegedly cheating on his husband, identified as “Abisco in Ochisiri Iheakpu Obollo.” According to a viral…

BREAKING: 60 Dukes Disown Plot To Break Up Benin Kingdom

NO fewer than 60 Benin Dukes (Enigies) have backed out of calls by disgruntled Dukes on the Edo state government to create a parallel Benin Traditional Rulers Council (BTRC) for the seven local government areas in Edo south Senatorial District….

Ooni Of Ife Officially Welcomes Seventh Wife

THE Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has officially welcomed his seventh wife, Olori Opeoluwa Elizabeth Akinmuda, today, in a stylish traditional wedding ceremony. In videos shared by City People TV, the new Queen was captured dancing after which…

Agba Congratulates Oba Of Benin On Return Of Stolen Artefacts, Confirms Approval Of N1.9b In 2023 Budget Towards Housing Them In The Royal Museum

MINISTER of State for Budget and National Planning, Prince Clem Ikanade Agba, has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin on the return of stolen artefacts. The congratulatory message was contained…

The Taste Of Diversity; An Isoko Cuisine, By PRECIOUS I. AMUKPO ESQ

WE often forget the saying that’s wise, One man’s poison is another’s prize, We judge based on our personal taste, Without knowing what others have faced. I love the Igbó okpa, but abacha is not for me, My mom dislikes…

The Beauty Of An African Goddess, By Precious I. Amukpo ESQ

THE BEAUTY OF AN AFRICAN GODDESS! Oh regal African Goddess, ruler of all that is, Your beauty witnessed in the rise and fall of kings, Of civilizations, tribes, and empires past, Born from your divine and majestic grasp. Your intellect,…

Couple Banished From Community For Allegedly Killing Stepson

A couple identified as Mr. Emmanuel Onyenweaku Nwankpa and Mrs. Happiness Emmanuel Onyenweaku Nwankpa from Umuokpulor Abayi in Osisioma Local Government Area of Abia State has been banished from the community for allegedly killing their stepson whose name was given…

Alaafin Stool: Oyo Mesi Divided Over Shortlisted Contestants

TEN contestants for the stool of the Alaafin of Oyo were said to have been shortlisted by the Oyo Mesi, who are the kingmakers in the town. The Head of the Oyo Mesi, who is also the Basorun of Oyo,…

Africa, The King Turned Slave In His Own Palace, By Precious I. Amukpo

LATELY, I have been posting videos and pictures depicting the atrocities of the Imperialists in Africa during slavery and ensuing colonization of Africa and one may be quick to conclude that I’m trying to spread hate amongst Africans towards the…