Tinubu Congratulates Oba Ewuare II on 10th Coronation Anniversary, 73rd Birthday

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, on the 10th anniversary of his coronation and his 73rd birthday, praising the monarch’s commitment to preserving the cultural heritage and traditions of the Benin Kingdom.

Tinubu conveyed his congratulations in a statement personally signed on Tuesday, describing the traditional ruler as a symbol of dignity, integrity and cultural consciousness.

The President noted that the monarch’s decade on the throne represented a significant milestone marked by royal stewardship, service and dedication to preserving the heritage of the Benin people.

“On behalf of my wife and the Federal Government, I heartily congratulate His Royal Majesty, Oba of Benin, Ewuare II, CFR, Omo N’Oba N’Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, on his 10th anniversary on the throne of his forefathers and his 73rd birthday on October 20,” Tinubu said.

He described the Oba as an embodiment of enduring dignity, culture and historical consciousness, noting that his leadership reflected the values of his people and Nigerians more broadly.

Tinubu also commended Ewuare II for sustaining the dignity of the traditional institution and inspiring confidence among his subjects.

“For a decade, you have continued to demonstrate your leadership by sustaining the dignity of the Royal institution and inspiring confidence,” the President said.

The President praised the monarch’s wisdom, courage, restraint and commitment to peace, describing him as a guardian of communal values and a rallying point for the aspirations of his people.

Tinubu further recognised the Oba’s efforts to facilitate the repatriation of stolen Benin artefacts, describing him as a custodian of one of Africa’s most enduring monarchies.

He wished the monarch renewed strength, good health and greater wisdom, expressing hope that his reign would record further achievements in cultural preservation and social development.

“May your reign witness greater successes in the cultural and social causes you have championed. Oba gha t’o kpere. Ise!” the President added.