Oba of Benin passes on
Taiwo Owoeye
The palace of the Oba of Benin in Edo on Friday announced the passing away of Oba Erediauwa.
This was announced by the Iyase of Benin City, Chief Sam Igbe, who said the Oba passed away at Ugha-Ozolua situated inside the palace.
nigerianecho.com gathered that before making the disclosure, Igbe dressed in a red and white attire, performed series of consultations along with other palace chiefs, including the Esogban of Benin, Chief David Edebiri.
He said “the native chalk had broken.
“All Benin sons should shave their hair and all major markets are expected to be shut down indefinite”.
