Doha:The Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, celebrated his 10th coronation anniversary on Saturday with a durbar and luncheon held at the Garrick Memorial School grounds in Benin. The event was part of a series of activities organized to mark this significant milestone.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the celebration featured horse riding and cultural displays, highlighting the rich history and traditions of the Benin Kingdom. Traditional rulers and dignitaries from various regions attended the festivities, signifying a spirit of unity and cooperation.
During the event, Oba Ewuare II expressed his gratitude for the involvement of northern traditional rulers, which he noted underscored sportsmanship and peaceful coexistence among the Benin people and other ethnic groups. He reassured residents and visitors that Edo remains a peaceful and welcoming place for all law-abiding citizens.
The Emir of Kagara in Niger State, Alhaji Amen Attahiru, speaking on behalf of the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, congratulated Oba Ewuare II on his anniversary. The Sultan praised the Oba as a symbol of courageous leadership and unity, and noted that the celebration served as an opportunity to strengthen relationships among traditional institutions across Nigeria.
The warm reception given to the northern delegation, particularly the horsemen and their accompanying children who received medical attention, was also acknowledged. The durbar and luncheon are part of a series of events to commemorate the royal father’s coronation anniversary, which will conclude on November 21.