Sultan hails Oba Ewuare II’s management at Benin Durbar

The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Sa’advert Abubakar III, has described the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, as a job mannequin to conventional rulers throughout Nigeria.

The Sultan spoke on Saturday at a royal Durbar in Benin City, organised to mark the tenth anniversary of the monarch’s coronation.

Represented by the Emir of Kagara, Niger state, Malam Ahmed Garba Gunna, the Sultan recommended Oba Ewuare II’s management and affect amongst conventional establishments.

“We are following in your footsteps while praying for grace and courage,” he stated.

The Durbar featured the Benin monarch driving on horseback from his palace to Garrick Memorial Ground, the place he led a big gathering in a royal horse race.

Once a uncommon spectacle in Benin, the Durbar has turn out to be a recurring characteristic since Oba Ewuare II ascended the throne a decade in the past.

Other conventional rulers who paid homage included the Imah IV of Somorika Kingdom, HRH Sule Idaiye, and the Ojie of Uneme N’Ekehuan, HRH Oba Felix Collins, each from Akoko-Edo native authorities space of Edo state.

Speaking on behalf of the Benin Traditional Council, its Secretary, Frank Irabor, thanked the visiting monarchs and different dignitaries for attending the celebration.

He additionally recommended the University of Benin Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Edoba Omoregie, and a crew of veterinary docs led by the director of the college’s veterinary clinic, Prof. Paul Paul Nwiyi Okechukwu, for making certain the well being and welfare of the horses and riders forward of the occasion.

The Durbar showcased the cultural heritage of the Benin Kingdom and introduced conventional rulers collectively to have fun Oba Ewuare II’s decade on the throne.