Oba Of Benin Suspends 67 Enigies In the statement issued on Friday in Benin City, BTC Secretary Frank Irabor elaborated that the suspension was due to claimed anti-palace and rebellious activities directed against the Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Oba Ewuare II, and the traditional institution.
“This decision was made by Oba Ewuare II due to their purported anti-palace and rebellious activities against the Oba of Benin and the traditional institution,” Irabor said.
He also mentioned that the names of the suspended Enigie have been documented in an official notification for record-keeping and necessary follow-up actions.
Some of the affected Enigies, including Prof. Gregory Akenzua and Edomwonyi Ogiegbaen, had previously opposed their suspension in a Benin High Court.
The plaintiffs contended that the Oba of Benin does not have the legal authority to suspend them under the Traditional Rulers and Chiefs Law.
This development underscores the ongoing complexities surrounding traditional institutions and their comparison with modern governance structures.
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Published 3/8/2025