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Late Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba Erediauwa Akpolokpolo

All Binis to perform burial rites before ‘Emwinekhua’ of Oba Erediauwa – Council chiefs announce

Late Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba Erediauwa Akpolokpolo
Late Oba of Benin, Omo n’Oba Erediauwa Akpolokpolo
AGENE GODWIN, Benin
The Bini kingdom has been urged to perform all their pending burial rites before the commencement of the ‘Emwinekhua,’ signifying obsequies of the late monarch, Oba Erediauwa, according to the Benin Tradition Council (BTC).
The BTC also added that all those entitled to wear beads will henceforth seize to do that from the date of the announcement.
The Iyase of Benin, Chief Sam Igbe who briefed newsmen in Benin city, said the Crown Prince, the Edaiken N’Uselu, Eheneden Erediauwa, has asked that the information relating to the ceremonies be made clear to the public.
Chief Iyase who was accompanied by some palace chiefs including, Chief Oliha of Benin, Chief David Edebiri, Esogban of Benin, Chief Gabriel Igbinedion, the Esama of Benin, among others, said: “All male citizens of Benin kingdom will as a rule be expected to clean shave the hair on their heads with effect from 29th April, 2016, in obedience to Benin Tradition.”
“Burial ceremonies-from the announcement of Emwinekhua (which will be announced later), at least within two weeks from now to the end of ceremonies, all funeral rites are prohibited.
“Wearing of beads-All chiefs, Enigies, priests, and palace functionaries who are entitled to wear beads as part of their normal wear, will henceforth seize to wear beads from the date of the announcement. Instead they will wear Omonorhue or white thread (Ikhian) until further notice.
“All our friends and well wishers, including all those who live with us and work for their livelihood within our kingdom, may wish to join us in this action.
“All markets in Benin Kingdom were to remain closed for three days after the announcement. We are sure that by now they are open and busy.”
Chief Igbe therefore urged all and sundry to respect the customs and tradition of Benin Kingdom, and ‘be law abiding.’

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