Oba of Benin Suspends 67 Enigie Over Alleged Rebellious Activities

The Benin Traditional Council (BTC) has officially suspended 67 Enigie (traditional rulers) in the Benin Kingdom due to allegations of anti-palace and rebellious activities against His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, and the revered traditional institution. Reasons Behind the Suspension In a statement issued in Benin City on Friday, BTC Secretary Frank Irabor confirmed the […]

From Warlords to Monarchs: How Niger Delta Ex-Militants Now Lead Their Kingdoms

Once feared figures in the Niger Delta, several former warlords who accepted the 2009 amnesty program have transitioned into respected traditional leaders in their communities. Their journeys, marked by a shift from conflict to peace advocacy, continue to shape their regions politically and socially. Ateke Tom: From Militant Leader to Amanyanabo of Okochiri Ateke Michael […]

Monarchs in Southern Nigeria Urge Swift Economic Recovery for a Prosperous 2025

Traditional rulers in Southern Nigeria have called on both the government and citizens to leverage the lessons learned from the challenges of 2024 in order to accelerate the country’s economic recovery. The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC) expressed cautious optimism about Nigeria’s prospects for a brighter and more prosperous 2025. In a statement titled […]

Sanwo-Olu Presents Staff of Office to Oba Abdurasak Akanni Musa, New Orijeru of Igbooye Kingdom

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has officially presented the Staff of Office and Instrument of Appointment to Oba Abdurasak Akanni Musa, the Orijeru of Igbooye Kingdom in the Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Epe Division. Oba Musa, a distinguished professional and former urban development planner, holds a master’s degree from the University of […]