A DECADE OF ROYAL SPLENDOUR: Oba Ewuare II’s 10th coronation anniversary

By Moses Stowe
There are moments in the history of a people when the past and the present meet in a compelling celebration of identity, pride and continuity. For the people of the ancient Benin Kingdom, the 10th Coronation Anniversary of His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, CFR, the Oba of Benin, represents one such moment. 
A decade after ascending the revered throne, the monarch’s anniversary provides an opportunity to celebrate the enduring institution of the Benin monarchy, reflect on its contributions to cultural preservation and reaffirm the values that have sustained the kingdom across generations. 
More than a ceremonial commemoration, the anniversa...