The news of the return of 1,130 looted artefacts from various European and American countries was received with joy in Edo State but soon afterwards,
Category: CULTURE
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nformation and culture minister Lai Mohammed says the federal government would take possession of 1,130 stolen Benin artefacts immediately when they are returned to the
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Benin Royal Museum Is Rightful Place For Return Of Stolen Artefacts – Oba of Benin
The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty Ewuare II, has said repatriated Benin Bronzes should be returned to the Benin Royal Museum to be cited
