The direct descendants of Sir Ededuna Walter Obaseki have extended their heartfelt congratulations to the Oba of Benin, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II CFR, on his 8th coronation anniversary and birthday, celebrated recently with a thanksgiving service at the Holy Arousa Church.
In a statement issued by Mercy Ededuna Obaseki on behalf of the family, they acknowledged the numerous innovations and people-oriented programs the Benin monarch has introduced since his ascension in 2016, noting his significant contributions to fostering peace and prosperity in the kingdom.
The statement reads: “Long may you reign, our Great King. May God give you more wisdom and strength to continue to pilot the affairs of the Great Benin Kingdom.”
The family further highlighted the Oba’s exemplary leadership qualities demonstrated during his tenure as a foreign diplomat and ambassador of Nigeria to Angola, Italy, and Sweden, with accreditations to Norway, Denmark, and the Republic of Finland.
Additionally, the statement included a request for the Oba’s support in facilitating the family’s claims to the entitlements of their patriarch, who served in the British Merchant Navy and earned several medals and awards.
“We also want you, our Royal Father, to use your voice to help us make our demands from the British Government so that they will speedily grant our wish for our father’s entitlements to be paid to us,” the statement concluded.
